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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

More Impaired Drivers – MITTELSTAEDT & REID

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges for impaired operation on the water.

On Saturday, July 26, 2025, shortly after 7:00 p.m., officers with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the OPP and Tyendinaga Police Service (TPS) responded to the report of a boat washed up on a shoreline on the Bay of Quinte.

Officers located the vessel, and through investigation, discovered that the driver was sleeping at the helm. The operator was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Robert MITTELSTAEDT, age 70 of Aurora, has been charged with:

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

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on August 20, 2025.

On Sunday, August 10th, 2025, around 7:45 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County and Quinte West detachments of the OPP were conducting joint marine patrols with Ministry of Natural Resources (MNR) Conservation Officer, on West Lake in Prince Edward County.

Officers conducted a vessel stop and observed open alcohol on the vessel. During the investigation an approved screen device was utilized on the operator. The operator was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Russell REID, age 63 of Wellington, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Having care and control of a boat underway with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on September 3, 2025.

The individuals’ driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days.

The OPP are committed to highway and waterway safety, focusing on impaired operation of vehicles and vessels. Plan ahead and do your part to keep our highway and waterways safe.

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Huron East OPP Police Press Releases

19 Year Old Facing Impaired Charge

(HURON EAST, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron East resident with an Impaired driving offence following a traffic stop in a “Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere” (R.I.D.E.) check on July 01, 2025, in the Municipality of Huron East. 

Just before 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 01, 2025, Huron County OPP officers spoke to a vehicle driver at an OPP RIDE check in the village of Walton, Huron East. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they underwent testing with an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer.

John RYAN, 19 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act and Cannabis Control Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on August 18, 2025. 

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

POLLETT & MEMNOOK – Impaired Driving

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Officers from the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two drivers simultaneously at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check.

On Saturday, August 9, 2025, at approximately 1:15 a.m., the Manitoulin OPP were conducting a RIDE check on Highway 6 near Old Webbwood Road in Espanola, when two separate vehicles came through at nearly the same time.

The first vehicle was found to contain open alcohol. Following further investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired operation.

The second vehicle arrived shortly after, and a roadside breath test was administered using an Approved Screening Device (ASD). As a result, the driver was arrested for impaired operation.

The first driver, Shining Eagle MEMNOOK, 27-years-old from Massey, was charged with:

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

The second driver, Kyle POLLETT, 27-years-old from Espanola, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on September 8, 2025.

This incident highlights the importance of RIDE checks and in promoting road safety. The fact that two drivers were arrested for impaired operation at the same RIDE check suggests that impaired driving continues to be a concern on our roads. Road safety initiatives and RIDE checks play an important role in identifying and addressing such risks before serious consequences occur. The OPP reminds the public that any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to operate a vehicle safely. If you suspect someone is driving impaired, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Samantha VERNON Facing Numerous Charges

(ORILLIA, ON) – A complaint of a suspicious vehicle has led to Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substance Charges by the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On August 12, 2025, at approximately 5:30 p.m, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle with a driver slumped over at business on Monarch Drive in the City of Orillia. With assistance from an off-duty officer, the vehicle was turned off and the female driver removed until further uniformed officers arrived. Upon speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired investigation and ultimately formed grounds to arrest the driver. The accused was transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

As result of the investigation Samantha VERNON, 39-year-old from Orillia, ON, was charged with the following:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than Heroin)

·      Possession of a Schedule III Substance

·      Adult Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

·      Adult Use plate not authorized for vehicle

·      Adult Fail to notify change of name

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking with a future court date. Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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Carleton Place OPP Police Press Releases

Emma FLEGG – Impaired Driving

(CARLETON PLACE, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Richmond, ON resident with impaired driving.

Lanark County OPP observed a vehicle being driven poorly on Saturday, August 9, 2025, just after 7:30 p.m. Officers stopped the vehicle and after speaking with the female driver, the officers arrested the driver and transported the individual to the OPP detachment in Carleton Place for testing.

As a result of the investigation, Emma FLEGG, 31-years-old, of Richmond, ON, has been charged with operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on Monday, September 15, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days (Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers – KIROLLOS & DOYLE

(MIDLAND, ON)- Two separate impaired driving investigations over the weekend by OPP, one by alcohol, one by drugs point to the fact that driving while impaired by drug or alcohol or both is impaired driving.

An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on patrol at approximately 10:46 p.m. August 9, 2025, came across a vehicle parked in a retail parking lot of Heritage Drive, Midland with a lone occupant who upon checking had a quantity of cannabis readily available. A further investigation led the officer to enter into an impaired by drug investigation and transported the driver to detachment for further investigation with the assistance of an OPP officer trained as a drug recognition expert (DRE).

As a result of this investigation 41 year old Meina KIROLLOS of Ajax has been charged criminally with Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on September 4, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

At 2:16 a.m. August 9, 2025, officers on patrol tended to a vehicle that was attempting to reverse out of a retail parking lot on Hugel Avenue, Midland upon the officers approach. The lone occupant was spoken to by officers and a drinking and driving investigation was commenced resulting in a further investigation at Detachment.

As a result, 31 year old Luke DOYLE of Tay Township has been charged criminally with the offences of Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and further with Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on September 21, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP remains 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.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E251069220, E251074145

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Anitabh KHATANA – Impaired Driving

(CHATHAM KENT, ON) – West Region – Traffic Incident Management Enforcement team, supported by Elgin and Lambton Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual with impaired operation on Highway 401.

On Monday, August 11, 2025, at approximately 4:51 p.m., police responded to multiple traffic complaints regarding a transport truck on Highway 401 in the Municipality of Chatham Kent.

As a result of the investigation, Anitabh KHATANA a 42-year-old from Windsor was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation, and
  • Drive motor vehicle, not in accordance with permit limitations (Highway Traffic Act)

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a 7-day Vehicle Impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused was released on an Undertaking and scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Chatham on Tuesday, September 9, 2025.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 9-1-1 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Jessica-Ann BALLAN – Impaired Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- On Monday, August 11, 2025, members of the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on patrol on Highway 17 in the Town of Blind River.

At approximately 6:45 p.m., police observed a white pickup truck in the southbound ditch on Highway 17 near Frammpet Drive and while speaking to the driver police determined alcohol had been consumed. The driver was arrested and transported to Blind River detachment for further testing.

Jessica-Ann BALLAN, 43 years old from Iron Bridge was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on September 02, 2025. The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP continues to encourage the public to report motorists suspected of driving impaired by calling 9-1-1 or contacting the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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Northumerland OPP Police Press Releases

Randall BRENNAN – Impaired Driving

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual following a serious collision on Highway 401.

On April 20, 2025, just before 7:00 p.m., officers responded to a collision on Highway 401, near Newtonville Road, in the Municipality of Port Hope. Two vehicles were involved. One driver was air-lifted to Toronto-area trauma centre with life-threatening injuries.

The eastbound lanes of Highway 401 between Newtonville Road and Service Centre Road were closed for several hours while the OPP Technical Collision Investigators assisted with the investigation.

On August 5, 2025, police arrested one of the drivers involved in the collision.

Randall BRENNAN (44) from Bowmanville has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

–      Dangerous operation

–      Driver – fail to properly wear seat belt

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg in September.

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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Jacob VANEVERA – Impaired Driving

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in relation to an impaired driving investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 7:26 p.m. on Sunday, August 10, 2025, the Norfolk County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a 9-1-1 report of a suspected impaired driver on Austin Crescent in Simcoe.

Officers located the vehicle and, following an interaction with the driver, took them into custody without incident.

As a result, 42-year-old Jacob VANEVERA of Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs,
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand,
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available,
  • Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.

If you observe a driver or operator you suspect may be impaired, contact the OPP or the nearest police authority by dialing 9-1-1.

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Garden River First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Robert LESAGE – Impaired Driving

(GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION, ON) – Despite a police warning, a driver chose to get behind the wheel after consuming alcoholic beverages. 

On August 4, 2025, at approximately 2:40 a.m., an officer with the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police was conducting general patrol on Highway 17 near Belleau Lake Road. An individual who appeared highly intoxicated approached the police cruiser and requested the officer leave the area. The individual then stated they would be driving to their residence shortly. The officer warned the individual not to drive and offered them a courtesy ride home, which the individual refused. Soon after, the officer observed the individual drive out of a nearby parking lot in a side-by-side vehicle. The vehicle was stopped due to the officer’s earlier observations and grounds to believe the driver was impaired by alcohol.

As a result, Robert LESAGE, 60 years-of-age, of Garden River First Nation was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 15, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sault Ste Marie

More Impaired Drivers – PAGE, MALANG & DIAS

(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON) – The Sault Ste. Marie detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged three drivers with a total of seven impaired-related offences in July. All incidents occurred north of the city, in the afternoon or early evening hours.

On July 11, 2025, at approximately 6:03 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP officers were notified of a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 556, near Searchmont. Police arrived on scene and located a vehicle towing a utility trailer, in the westbound ditch. Investigation determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Richard PAGE, 74 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 11, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The Sault Ste. Marie OPP was assisted by Searchmont Community Volunteer firefighters.

On July 12, 2025, at approximately 2:26 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP received a traffic complaint on Highway 17, southbound from the Wawa area. Witnesses reported a vehicle travelling at high speeds, passing aggressively and nearly rear ending another vehicle. Police located the vehicle and conducted a traffic stop, where investigation determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Sajad MALANG, 40 years-of-age, of Winnipeg, Manitoba was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 25, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

On July 18, 2025, at approximately 8:11 p.m., Sault Ste. Marie OPP responded to a harassment call on Bye’s Side Road in Goulais River. Homeowners reported an unknown individual on their property. When confronted, the individual attempted to drive away, striking a tree and nearly striking one of the homeowners. Police attended and determined the driver had consumed alcoholic beverages.

As a result, Isabel DIAS, 59 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Dangerous operation

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on August 18, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol and drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Francis TRUDELL – Impaired Driving

(LAKESHORE, ON)- Driver facing impaired charge after collision with another vehicle in Comber.

On August 7, 2025, at 10:00 p.m., members of the Lakeshore Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Gracey Sideroad and Morris Road in Comber, Municipality of Lakeshore, for the report of a fail to remain collision.

Investigation revealed a two-vehicle collision occurred and one of the involved vehicles fled the scene. Police located the vehicle and driver a short time later.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local OPP detachment.

As a result, Francis TRUDELL, 56-year-old of Lakeshore, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

·        Dangerous operation

·        Failure to stop after accident

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor to speak to the charges on August 22, 2025.

A 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (A.D.L.S.) and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days as per statute.

Minor injuries were reported as a result of the collision.

The OPP remains committed to removing impaired drivers from our roads through enforcement and education.

If you see a driver who you suspect may be impaired, or who is showing disregard for local traffic laws, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our roads safer for all.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Isaac OLEARY – Impaired Driving

( ESSA , ON)- Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with impaired driving following a single motor vehicle collision in Essa Township.

On August 6, 2025, shortly after 2:00 p.m., members of the Nottawasaga OPP responded to a single-vehicle collision in the area of Mill Street, Essa Township, where the driver had struck a pole in a parking lot. Officers located the vehicle and met with the driver. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drugs, leading to the driver’s arrest.  

As a result of the investigation, Isaac OLEARY 28-years-old of Essa was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford on September 4, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

22 Year Old Arrested & Vehicle Impounded After Running Stop Sign

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – Failing to stop for a stop sign in Picton has led to impaired driving charges.

On Wednesday, August 6, 2025, shortly after 4:30 a.m., an officer with the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) watched as a car failed to stop at a stop sign at the intersection of Main and Bridge Streets.

The officer stopped the vehicle, and an approved roadside alcohol screening device was utilized. The driver was transported to the detachment for further testing.

Benjamin ARMSTRONG, age 22 of Carrying Place, has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Disobey a stop sign

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Picton on September 3, 2025.

The individual’s driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.