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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Eloina GILL HIDALGO – Impaired Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with Impaired Operation following a single motor vehicle collision on Mayfield Road.

On October 1, 2024, shortly after 7:30 a.m., officers responded to a single vehicle collision on Mayfield Road, near Russel Creek Drive, in the Town of Caledon. During the course of the investigation, officers formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested. 

Eloina GILL HIDALGO, 27, of Hamilton, was charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – Alcohol

·      Operation while impaired – Refusal to comply with demand

·      Resist peace officer

·      Obstruct peace officer

·      Careless driving

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on October 17, 2024, to answer to the charges. Their driver’s licence was also suspended for a period of 90 days and the vehicle was impounded for seven.

The OPP remains committed to keeping our communities safe through enforcement and public education. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads. Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Benjamin WOLNOWSKI – Impaired Driving

(Orillia, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on October 3, 2024 after reports of an erratic driving complaint.

On October 3, 2024 at approximately 6:20 pm, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers were informed by a member of the public that a White Pickup truck was driving erratically on Highway 12 Southbound from the community of Brehcin. Shortly after, officers located the truck and arrested a male driver.

 Benjamin WOLNOWSKI 48 years old of Minden Hills was charged with:

Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges at a later date in November 2024. As a result of these charges, his driver’s license has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for a period of 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Ryan Jonathan McNulty Was Arrested

(RENFREW, ON) – The Renfrew Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a driver after a collision in Arnprior.

On September 29, 2024, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Arnprior officers responded to a two-vehicle collision on Russett Drive in the Town of Arnprior.

As a result of the investigation, Ryan Jonathan McNulty, age 39 of Arnprior was charged with:

·      Dangerous operation

·      Resist peace officer

·      Uttering threats- cause death or bodily harm, three counts

·      Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Fail to surrender insurance

·      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle

·      Being intoxicated in a public place

·      Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke at a later date.

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Goderich OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel BOURQUE-DEROCHIE – Impaired Driving

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Drummond-North Elmsley Township resident with an Impaired driving offence following a traffic complaint on September 14, 2024, in the Town of Goderich. 

Just after 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, Huron County OPP stopped a vehicle after a traffic complaint was received by police. An observant driver became concerned about the driving of the vehicle ahead of them in traffic. The vehicle was observed travelling westbound on Huron Road in Central Huron, and eventually into Goderich where police conducted a traffic stop. Police spoke to the driver and conducted a roadside screening device test, which resulted in a failure.

The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over twice the legal limit.

Daniel BOURQUE-DEROCHIE, 58 years of age from Elmsley Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

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

The accused was released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 21, 2024. 

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Howick OPP Police Press Releases

Nicole BAILLIE – Impaired Driving

(HOWICK TOWNSHIP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth East Township resident with an Impaired driving offence following a traffic stop on September 14, 2024, in Howick Twp. 

Just after 1:00 a.m. on Saturday, September 14, 2024, Huron County OPP stopped a vehicle on Fordwich Line in Howick Twp. Police spoke to the driver and conducted a roadside screening device test, which resulted in a failure.

The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Nicole BAILLIE, 32 years of age from Perth East Twp has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

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

The accused was released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 21, 2024. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On October 2nd, 2024 at approximately 6:47 a.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision along Highway 61, near Arthur Street, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, it was determined that one of the drivers involved in the collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & returned to the detachment for further tests.

As a result of the investigation, Leonard BEAVER, 42, of Webequie First Nation was charged with:

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

The accused has been released from custody & is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 6th, 2024.

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Furthermore, on that same day, October 2nd, 2024 at approximately 4:13 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay Detachment & Traffic Incident Management & Enforcement (TIME) team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop on a vehicle along Highway 11-17, within the City of Thunder Bay.

Through the investigation, the driver was subsequently placed under arrest after refusing to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device (ASD).

As a result of the investigation, Michael VLASSOFF, 37, of Thunder Bay was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand;
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order;
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order;
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon;

The accused has been released from custody & is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 6th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Red Lake

2 More Impaired Drivers

(RED LAKE, ON) – A traffic complaint has resulted in two individuals being arrested and charged with impaired operation.

On September 23, 2024, shortly before 1:00 p.m., members of the Red Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a possible impaired driver on Howey Street within the Municipality of Red Lake. 

Through investigation, officers patrolled, located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop. It was determined that two individuals had operated the vehicle while impaired by alcohol. Both operators were subsequently placed under arrest and transported to the Red Lake OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result, Marty FIDDLER, 33-years-old, of Sandy Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, and Liquor Licence Control Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs

·        Novice Driver Blood Alcohol Concentration Above Zero

·        Driver Motor Vehicle With Open Container of Liquor

and Tia PETTIT, 29-years-old, of Sandy Lake First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act, Liquor Licence Control Act, and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

·        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 plus)

·        Fail to Remain

·        Novice Driver Blood Alcohol Concentration Above Zero

·        Driver Fail to Surrender Licence

·        Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

·        Fail to Have Insurance Card

Both accused have been released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Red Lake at a later date.

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

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North Shore OPP Police Press Releases

Adrian ST DENIS – Impaired Driving

(TOWNSHIP OF THE NORTH SHORE, ON)- Driver arrested and charged after narrowly causing a head on collision.

On October 1, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic complaint involving an eastbound dark blue pick-up truck travelling at an excessive high rate of speed, swerving all over the road and narrowly causing a head on collision on Highway 17 near Pronto Road within the Township of the North Shore. 

At approximately 13:10 p.m., police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 17 near Woodlawn Drive in the Town of Blind River.  While speaking to the driver police determined that the driver had consumed an intoxicating substance, and a subsequent arrest was made. Also, in the driver’s possession was approximately 7 grams of suspected fentanyl and drug paraphernalia located in a vest pocket. The driver was later assessed by Mississauga First Nation Police Service’s Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) at Blind River detachment.

As a result, Adrian ST DENIS, 58 years-of-age from Serpent River First Nation was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Possession of a schedule I substance-opioid (other than heroin)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on November 7, 2024.

The pick-up truck was towed and impounded for seven days with the driver being issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension.

If you suspect an impaired driver, call 911. Don’t hesitate, Make the call!

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Ashley RICHARD – Impaired Driving

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On September 29th, 2024 at approximately 8:06 p.m., officers from the Thunder Bay & Shabaqua Detachments of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a call for service regarding a motor vehicle collision along Highway 588, near Blaikie Road, within the Township of O’Connor.

Through the investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the motor vehicle collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages, was placed under arrest & further testing was administered.

As a result of the investigation, Ashley RICHARD, 39, of Thunder Bay, was charged with:

  • Dangerous Operation;
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs;
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand;

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on November 27th, 2024.

The OPP is committed to safety for all who utilize Ontario’s roadways. Members of the public are urged to report Impaired Driving by calling 911 in emergency situations. Complaints of impaired, aggressive or careless driving can also be made by calling 1-888-310-1122.

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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Michael Lamb – Impaired Driving

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – A local resident was arrested and charged for operation while impaired and additional charges.

On September 27th, 2024, at 4:30p.m Members from the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were patrolling Sturgeon Road.

Officers conducted a traffic stop on a motor-vehicle that was traveling at a high rate of speed.

After speaking with the driver, officers entered an investigation for operation while impaired.

As a result, 39-year-old, Michael Lamb from Dunsford was arrested and charged for

-operation while impaired- blood alcohol concentration (80plus)

-possession of a schedule l substance- other drugs

– drive motor vehicle- perform stunt

– fail to surrender insurance card

-driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

In addition to the charges the drivers received a 90-day licence suspension, and the motor vehicle was impounded for 14 days.

The accused was released from custody and will appear in court at a later date.

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Lakeshore OPP Police Press Releases

Erick Ibrahim KAMBULA Was Arrested

(LAKESHORE, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lakeshore Detachment, has charged an individual following a traffic stop.

On September 28, 2024, at approximately 12:45 a.m., a member of the Lakeshore OPP stopped a passenger vehicle on Manning Road near Amy Croft Drive, Municipality of Lakeshore after observing a Highway Traffic Act violation.

As a result of the investigation, Erick Ibrahim KAMBULA, a 29-year-old from Windsor has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs S. 320.14(1)(a) CC

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus) S.320.14(1)(a) CC

·        Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle S. 62(1) HTA

·        Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor S.42(1)(a) LLA

·        Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero S.44.1(3) HTA

A 90-day drivers licence suspension and a 7-day vehicle impoundment was initiated as per statute.

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on October 9, 2024.

The OPP remind drivers and members of the public to respect our communities, comply with all laws and not jeopardize the safety of our citizens or our neighbourhoods with risky, illegal, and dangerous actions. Report impaired drivers and dangerous driving behaviours. Your call could save a life, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Brockton OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Brailin HAYS Was Arrested

(BROCKTON, ON) – On September 26, 2024, at approximately 1:19 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Bruce Road 15.

During the operation, a vehicle fled from the area. The driver was identified by police and arrested at a later time.

As a result of the investigation, Brailin HAYS, 18-years-old from Kincardine, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Flight from peace officer, CC 320.17
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Refusal to comply with demand, CC 320.15(1)
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance, CAIA 2(1)(a)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and later released from custody. The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on October 23, 2024.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

Lisa YOUNG Was Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – Summer has turned to fall, and during the first five days of the new season, Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged their fourth driver with impaired driving related offenses.

On September 26, 2024 at 8:40 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to concerns from a member of the public about a vehicle traveling on Highway 11 North that exited at Highway 118 in Bracebridge. Officers patrolled extensively and located the vehicle on Ecclestone Drive in Bracebridge and conducted a traffic stop. Shortly after engaging with the driver, officers arrested and charged 57-year-old Lisa YOUNG of Bracebridge with Refusal to Comply with Breath Demand CC 320.15(1). She will appear in the Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 12, 2024 to answer to her charge.

Police officers in Ontario have the authority to demand a sample of any driver’s breath if they are operating a vehicle on any highway. Failing to comply with that breath demand is a criminal offense and the accused also suffers an immediate 90-day drivers license suspension.

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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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Fraser MECKIFFE – Impaired Driving

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – Bracebridge Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver with an impaired driving offense on September 26, 2024.

On September 26, 2024 at 1:15 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to concerns from a member of the public about the condition of the occupants of a vehicle after they threw a beer can out of their window while driving on Muskoka Beach Road in Gravenhurst. Officers located the vehicle at a quick service restaurant near Bethune Drive and subsequently arrested and charged 33-year-old Fraser MECKIFFE of Mississauga with Operation While Impaired-Over 80 CC 320.14(1)(b). He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on October 5, 2024 to answer to his charges.

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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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(BRANT COUNTY, ON) – Two drivers are facing impaired driving charges after Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) members responded to traffic complaints in the County of Brant over the weekend.

On Friday September 20, 2024, at approximately 10:15 p.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a reported collision on Laurel Street. It was determined a vehicle was traveling on Laurel Street when it struck several parked vehicles. The driver was subsequently located and taken into custody and transported to Brantford Police Service for testing.

Police have charged 19-year-old Joshua MARRIN, from Ancaster with the following offences:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol or drugs

·      Adult Dangerous Operation

·      Adult Failure to stop after accident

·      Adult Young driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

On Sunday September 22, 2024, at approximately 12:09 a.m., officers with the Brant County OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Paris Road in the County of Brant. Police located the vehicle where one person was arrested and transported to the Brantford Police Service for testing.

Police have charged 22-year-old Anyssa WOOD, from Brantford with the following offences:

·      Adult Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford, Ontario at a later date.

If you see a suspected impaired driver, you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police, or your nearest police authority immediately by calling 9-1-1.