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Guelph GUELPH-ERAMOSA Police Press Releases

Chantel THOMPSON – Impaired Driving Etc.

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest a Guelph resident with six criminal charges as a result of impaired operation.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 1:15 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP attended the scene of a suspicious motor vehicle on River Glen Path within Guelph-Eramosa Township.

As a result of the investigation, Chantel THOMPSON, a 31-year-old of Guelph was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code (four counts)
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on December 20, 2024.

If you have an urgent traffic complaint or if you suspect someone is driving while their ability to operate a motor vehicle is impaired by drugs or alcohol, please call 911 immediately. If you have a non-emergency traffic complaint, you may also call 1-888-310-1122 or www.opp.ca/reportacrime. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged two drivers with impaired driving related offences after two separate collisions.

Shortly after 3:00 a.m. on December 3, OPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 417 near Highway 7. As a result of the investigation, the driver of that vehicle was arrested for impaired driving.

Shortly after 8:00 p.m. on December 3, OPP responded to a two-vehicle collision on Highway 417 near Bronson Ave. As a result of the investigation, one driver was arrested and charged with Impaired Driving.

Olivier GAGNE-BOISVERT, 23 years of age from Shawville, was charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

Chantos CHANDIRAKUMAR, 23 years of age from Georgetown was charged with the following:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous Operation

Thankfully nobody was injured in either of the collisions. Both parties are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.   

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

More Impaired Drivers

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, SPRINGWATER TOWNSHIP, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals with impaired driving related charges in one night.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to multiple traffic complaints of a possible impaired driver in the area of River Road West in Wasaga Beach. Officers located the vehicle on Fernbrook Drive and conducted a traffic stop. After noticing an odour of alcohol, officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Armin BALOG, 29-year-old of North York, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 3:15 a.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver in the area of Bayfield Street in Barrie. Officers were able to locate the vehicle and engaged in an impaired operation investigation. Officers administered a roadside Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) on the driver. As a result, Alberto CARRION ALVAREZ, 31-year-old of Barrie, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·      Adult Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Shereen MAX – Impaired Driving

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual with impaired driving related charges because of a traffic tip.

On December 3, 2024, at approximately 3:20 p.m., Huronia West OPP officers responded to a traffic tip of a possible impaired driver. Officers located the motor vehicle which was stopped at the intersection of 58th Street South and Mosley Street, in Wasaga Beach. Officers conducted an impaired driving investigation and as a result, Shereen MAX, 57-year-old from Burlington, was arrested and has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

Drivers and members of the public are reminded to respect our communities, comply with all laws, and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighborhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions.

The OPP and Traffic Safety partners remain committed to saving lives on our roads. For safety and crime prevention tips, please visit our website at www.opp.ca.

The Huronia West OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Town of Wasaga Beach and the Townships of Springwater and Clearview. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher Pascoe Facing Numerous Charges

(Collingwood, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and laid nearly a dozen charges on a man who refused to stop for police.

On December 3, 2024 just after 11:30 p.m. members of Collingwood OPP were conducting general patrol in the area of First and Oak Street in the Town of Collingwood. At which time the driver of a Mercedes Sprinter van was observed committing a Highway Traffic Act violation. The driver then began displaying possible signs of impairment by being unable to maintain its lane. An officer attempted to initiate a traffic stop at this point however, the driver failed to stop.

A short time later the same vehicle was observed entering a parking lot off Jozo Weider Blvd in the Blue Mountains. As officers approached the motor vehicle the male driver locked the doors, refused to exit the vehicle and began consuming alcohol. The male was ultimately taken into custody and transported to Collingwood detachment.

Christopher Pascoe, a 50-year-old of Buckhorn was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Flight from Peace Officer

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

·      Drive with window coated – view obstructed

·      Unsafe move – lane or shoulder

·      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·      Driver fail to surrender licence

·      Drive without proper headlights – motor vehicle

The accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood at a future date.

Members of the Collingwood & Blue Mountains OPP remain committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired in unrelated incidents this weekend.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 9:00 a.m., police responded to a report from Emergency Medical Services (EMS) regarding a driver who appeared to be experiencing medical issues on the side of County Road 45 in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand.

Officers arrived and were led into an impaired operation investigation where an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand was made. The driver complied and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a ‘Fail’ at which point they were arrested.

Keri SINE (age 49) from Norwood, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Driver vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

On December 1, 2024, at approximately 10:30 a.m., EMS and police responded to a motor vehicle collision involving two passenger vehicles on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope.

Officers arrived on scene where two occupants of one vehicle had sustained non-life threatening, non-life altering injuries. The driver of the other vehicle was uninjured, and police made a Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) demand. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local police station for further tests. There were no other injuries reported.

As a result, Paras KHAJURIA (age 30) from Lachine, Quebec, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Dangerous operation.

On December 1, 2024, at around 6:50 p.m., OPP were on patrol on County Road 25, in the Township of Cramahe, when a passing motorist drew the attention of police to another driver who had parked on the Highway 401 off ramp and was walking down to the ditch.

Police spoke to the driver of the parked vehicle and began an impaired operation investigation. An ASD demand was made and the individual complied by providing a sample of their breath. With the result, the accused was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Afron MIFTARI (age 30) from Toronto, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

In addition to a future court date for each driver, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

Our members would like to recognize and thank members of the public who continue to report suspected impaired drivers. Many of these drivers are caught because of concerned citizens being conscious of irregular or erratic driving behaviours that continue to put other motorists at risk.

However, you choose to celebrate this holiday season the Northumberland OPP encourages everyone to plan ahead and arrange for a safe ride home. Call a friend, call a cab or call Operation Red Nose. Remember that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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Clarence-Rockland OPP Police Press Releases

Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CLARENCE – ROCKLAND & RUSSELL TWP, ON) – Members of the Russell County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two motorists for impaired driving.

On November 30, 2024, at approximately 10:55 p.m., officers responded to a call reporting that a vehicle had just jumped a curb in the roundabout at St-Guillaume Road and Burton Road. A second call reported that the same vehicle had just clipped another vehicle and kept driving. 

Officers stopped the vehicle shortly after on Highway 417. During the investigation an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was used, and the driver failed. The driver was transported to detachment for testing and failed.

As a result of the investigation, 55-year-old, Sylvain Dault, of Cornwall, Ontario, was charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Highway Traffic Act (HTA) with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) CC
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol CC
  • Fail to remain at scene of a collision HTA
  • Fail to report an accident HTA

The motorist received a 90-day driver’s licence suspension, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days. They are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on January 15, 2024.

Once again, on November 30, 2024, shortly after 11:15 p.m., officers in Clarence – Rockland initiated an impaired driving investigation after a motorist failed to stop for a stop sign and struck a tree. During the investigation an Approved Screening Device (ASD) was used, and the driver failed.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving and brought to detachment for further testing. The driver passed subsequent testing, avoiding a Criminal Code operation while impaired charge, but was still within the provincial warning range.

As a result of the investigation, a 59-year-old, from Ottawa, Ontario, had their driver’s licence suspended for 3 days and was charged under the Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Careless Driving

Motorist and residents are encouraged to call 911 when they see someone they believe may be driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Tristan PEACOCK – Impaired Driving

(Prince Edward County, ON) – Proactive foot patrol on Main Street in Wellington has resulted in impaired driving charges.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 8:45 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting foot patrol when they spotted a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed. A short time later, officers were able to make contact with the lone occupant of the vehicle. An Approved Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation the driver, Tristan PEACOCK, age 27 from Prince Edward County, was arrested and charged with:

· Operation while impaired – alcohol

· Operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

· Having care or control of a vehicle with open container of liquor

· Novice driver with blood alcohol content above zero

· Operation of a vehicle without insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on December 11, 2024.The accused’s licence is suspended for 90 days, and vehicle was impounded for seven day.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. 

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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

14 Criminal Chrages At Traffic Stop

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington (L&A) County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three people with 14 criminal charges, including impaired driving, in separate incidents.

On Thursday, November 28, 2024, shortly after 3:00 p.m., a vehicle was reported to be travelling westbound on Highway 401 in Greater Napanee, swerving and cutting off other drivers. Officers stopped the vehicle, and the investigation resulted in the arrest of Shayne COUTURNIER. a 53-year-old from Mississauga, and Arshum HOSSAINI a 25-year-old from Toronto. They are charged jointly with:

• Failure to comply with undertaking

• Identity theft – makes, distributes another person’s information

• Possession of a credit card

• Possession of a forged document with intent

• Possession of an identity document

• Possession of cocaine

Both accused are in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on November 29, 2024

In a second, similar incident, a vehicle was stopped on Highway 41 in Addington Highlands following a traffic complaint from a member of the public. As a result, Ajay SUNIL a 26-year-old from Toronto was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol

• Operation while impaired – over 80mgs of alcohol

That accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on December 17, 2024. They were also issued a 90 Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and their vehicle was impounded for 14 days.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Jessica BUTTIGIEG – Impaired Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one female for impaired driving related offences following a tip from the public.

On November 29, 2024, at 1:00 a.m., officers were advised by a passerby of a female operating a motor vehicle in the area of Highway 12 and Murphy Road in the City of Orillia who appeared to be under the influence. Officers attended the area, located the vehicle and the female driver. Upon speaking with the driver, officers determined the female to be under the influence of an unknown substance.

As a result of this investigation, Jessica BUTTIGIEG 30-year-old, of the City of Orillia, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired- drugs contrary to section 320.14(1)(a) of the Criminal Code of Canada.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in January 2025. Her driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and vehicle was impounded for a period of 7 days.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Scott DUNLOP – Impaired Driving

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver with impaired driving before noon this morning, November 29, 2024.

On November 29, 2024 at 10:15 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about a possibly impaired driver in the area of Muskoka Road 118 and Wellington Street in the town of Bracebridge. Officers located the vehicle and as a result of their investigation, have charged 66-year-old Scott DUNLOP of Bracebridge with Impaired Operation – Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 14, 2025 to answer to his charge.

Members of the public are important partners in keeping Muskoka’s roads and waterways safe, if you suspect that someone is operating a vehicle or vessel while impaired, please call 9-1-1 from your hands-free device.

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OPP Pembroke Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers

(PEMBROKE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) 2024 Festive R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign commenced on November 21, 2024, and will continue until January 1, 2025. During the first week of the campaign from November 21-27, 2024, officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the OPP conducted 34 RIDE checks throughout the detachment area.

A 26-year-old resident of Eganville is facing charges after encountering a RIDE check in the City on Pembroke at approximately 4:00 a.m. on November 24, 2024. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. 

As a result of this incident Jimmy WEMIGWANS has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 17, 2024. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

In addition to the Festive RIDE program results, officers charged a Laurentian Valley resident after a traffic stop was initiated at approximately 11:45 p.m. on November 21, 2024, on River Road in Pembroke. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

As a result of this incident 26-year-old Brodie WITTIG has been charged with the following CC and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus
  • Driver without proper rear light – motor vehicle            

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 23, 2024. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 1:45 a.m. members of the UOV OPP responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the Town of Petawawa. Officers located the vehicle, but it failed to stop and officers did not pursue for public safety reasons. A short time later the vehicle and driver were located parked on Portage Road in Petawawa. The driver was taken into custody and transport to the detachment for testing. Cannabis and alcohol were found in the vehicle and seized by police during this investigation.

As a result of this investigation 31-year-old Ahmad Arosto ASSADI of Ottawa has been charged with the following CC, Cannabis Control Act (CCA) and Liquor Licence and Control Act (LLCA) offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Have care or control of vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Have care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 17, 2024. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 2:45 p.m. an off-duty member of the UOV OPP reported a possible impaired driver in the Town of Petawawa. Officers located the vehicle in Petawawa and as part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized. The driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. 

As a result of this incident 40-year-old Lindsay WELLING of Petawawa has been charged with the following CC offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on December 23, 2024. The accused also had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days.

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Aweres OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested At RIDE

(AWERES TOWNSHIP, ON) – Two drivers are facing criminal charges after two separate checkpoints for Festive Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) north of Sault Ste. Marie.

On November 24, 2024, at approximately 3:45 a.m., officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting Festive RIDE on Highway 17 and Highway 556. Officers stopped multiple vehicles and conducted Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS) tests on the drivers. During the RIDE, one driver failed the MAS test, indicating the presence of alcohol in their system. As a result of further investigation, Joseph DOIRON, 43 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available

On November 25, 2024, at approximately 2:38 a.m., officers with the Sault Ste. Marie OPP were conducting Festive RIDE on Highway 17 and Trout Lake Road. During the RIDE, one driver refused to provide a breath sample into the MAS device. As a result, Alain CARRIER, 31 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Refusal to comply with demand

Both accused parties were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 6, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. They were issued 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspensions and their vehicles were impounded for seven days.

When you operate a motor vehicle, you are responsible for keeping yourself, your passengers and other road users safe. Have a plan before you go out and make the decision not to drive impaired. Arrange for a designated driver, call a taxi or stay overnight. If you suspect a driver is impaired by alcohol, drug or even fatigue, please call 9-1-1.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with impaired related charges this past weekend.

The OPP)Festive R.I.D.E (Reduced Impaired Driving Everywhere) campaign kicked off on November 21, 2024, and runs until January 1, 2025.

On November 23, 2024, at approximately 5:35 p.m., police responded to several traffic complaints regarding a van unable to maintain its lane travelling eastbound on Highway 401 in the Township of Cramahe.

Police observed a vehicle matching the description provided, parked in the parking lot of a service station on County Road 30 in the Municipality of Brighton. Upon speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the individual was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Andrew CUTLER, 39-years-old, from Harwood, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs.

On November 24, 2024, at around 12:40 a.m., OPP, Cobourg Fire Department and Emergency Medical Services responded to a report of a collision involving two passenger vehicles on Elgin Street West in the Township of Hamilton.

One of the drivers involved was treated by EMS for minor injuries. Upon speaking with the other driver, officers were led into an impaired operation investigation. The person was arrested and transported to a local police station for further tests. There were no other injuries reported.

As a result, Shakespeare NICHOLASPILLAI, 55-years-old, from Cobourg, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Drive motor vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available.

In addition to future court dates for both the accused, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

The Northumberland OPP urges everyone to plan ahead and arrange for a safe ride home rather than drive while impaired. Call a friend, call a cab or call Operation Red Nose. Remember that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Several More Impaired Drivers Charged

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on high alert over the weekend as the holiday season is rapidly approaching and the OPP Festive RIDE campaign kicks off across the region.  

Officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP was on high alert all weekend as the OPP festive RIDE campaign kicks off for the holiday season. Between November 22, 2024, and November 25, 2024, Officers conducted multiple traffic stops leading to five individuals be charged with ten total charges and five vehicles being towed.

As a result, John STRYBOSCH; 60-year-old, from London, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

John BURLEIGH; 62-year-old, from Wasaga Beach, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Ka Chung KWOK; 43-year-old, from Orillia, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Meghan KRANERT; 32-year-old, from Parry Sound, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol or Drug

And Andrew TROTTIER; 29-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.