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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

2 More Impaired Drivers Charged

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals from Ottawa with Impaired Driving offences in unrelated occurrences.

Shortly before 11:00 p.m. on September 14, OPP stopped a vehicle that was travelling at 140km/h on Highway 417 near Moodie Drive. While speaking with the driver, the investigating officer determined that the driver was impaired by alcohol. The driver was also a G2 driver.

In a separate incident, shortly before 11:30 p.m. OPP attended a two-vehicle collision on Highway 416 near Hunt Club Rd. The investigating officer determined that one of the drivers involved in the collision had also been consuming alcohol. However, the driver refused to provide a breath sample to police.

Rajkumar EDLA, 29 years of age has been charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (80 Plus)
  • Speeding – 140km/h in a posted 100km/h zone
  • Novice Driver – B.A.C Above Zero

Joseph MacDonald, 28 years of age, has been charged with the following Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act offences:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Change Lane – Not in Safety

Both Edla and MacDonald received a 90-day driving suspension and their vehicles were impounded for seven days. Edla is scheduled to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice on October 30 and MacDonald is scheduled to appear on October 10.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Christine CALVERT Was Arrested

(MIDLAND,ON) – An Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (R.I.D.E.) program led officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment. into an impaired driving investigation recently.

Officers stopped an east bound blue Chevrolet pick up truck on Highway 12 near Wye Valley Road, Midland near 2:06 a.m. September 10, 2024, as officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. program at that location. An officer spoke with the driver at which time an impaired by drug investigation was commenced along with a seizure of a quantity of a substance believed to be cocaine was made..

A further investigation at Detachment was conducted by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) officer.

The investigation has resulted in the following criminal code driving charge for Christine CALVERT 53 years of Port McNicoll.

  • Operation while impaired – drug

And further with

  • Possession of Schedule I substance – cocaine

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 24, 2024, was served a 90 day driver’s licence suspension and the involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Clarrae NADJIWON Was Arrested

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge as a result of an OPP RIDE Program.

On September 10, 2024, at 11:35 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were engaged in a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Glendon Drive in Middlesex Centre.

A vehicle entered the program at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol. The driver was arrested after failing the roadside Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and was transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment where further tests were administered.

As a result, Clarrae NADJIWON, a 33-year-old of Mount Brydges, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      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 to speak to the charges on November 6, 2024.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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OPP Police Press Releases

Nicholas BLAIND – Impaired Driving

(PICTON, ON) – A collision on Salem Road has led to impaired driving charges.

On September 8, 2024, at approximately 5:00 p.m. members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a two vehicle collision on Salem Road in Prince Edward County. One of the drivers was transported to hospital for non-life threatening injuries. As a result of the investigation, one of the drivers was arrested and transported to the detachment for further testing.

Nicholas BLAIND, age 31 of Consecon has been charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The driver was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 25, 2024.

Highway safety is a team sport, do your part and plan a safe ride home.

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Kincardine OPP Police Press Releases WFP

Gregory OSTERTAG Arrested 2X in 24Hrs

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 5, 2024, at approximately 11:22 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a possible impaired driver along Tie Road in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The involved driver displayed signs of impairment. Officers believed that the driver was impaired by drug. A Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) was completed at the detachment.

The driver was issued a 90 day licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

On September 6, 2024, at approximately 12:11 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped an all terrain vehicle (ATV) on Campbell Street in the Township of Huron-Kinloss. It was determined that the driver was the same individual who was charged just hours earlier; they were once again placed under arrest.

Gregory OSTERTAG, 41-years-old, from the City of Orillia was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired (Drugs)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

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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OPP Picton Police Press Releases

Ian MCANSH – Impaired Driving

(PICTON, ON) – A collision on Highway 49 has led to impaired driving charges.

On September 5, 2024, at approximately 9:00 p.m., members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single vehicle collision on Highway 49 in Prince Edward County. As a result of the investigation, the driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing. The driver did not sustain any injury.

Ian MCANSH, age 42 of Wellington was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol
  • Drive motor vehicle – no licence

The driver was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 2, 2024. They also had their drivers licence suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for a period of seven days.

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Centre Of Wellington OPP Police Press Releases

Amin JAN – Impaired Driving

(CENTRE WELLINGTON, ON) – On September 03, 2024, at approximately 10:30 p.m officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Wellington County Detachment were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program on Orangeville Road, Fergus.

During the operation, a vehicle was stopped, and the driver was assessed for sobriety. As a result of the investigation, Amin JAN, 57-years-old of Guelph, was charged with:

  • Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs contrary to the Criminal Code

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, at a later date.

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) or submit a tip online at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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Paris

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

 (PARIS) – An 18-year-old from Brant County is facing charges after a concerned citizen contacted Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) to report a traffic complaint in the County of Brant Sunday morning.

On Sunday September 1, 2024, at approximately 6:20 a.m., an officer with the Brant County OPP responded to a traffic complaint on Capron Street in the County of Brant.

Police located the vehicle on Market Street where one person was arrested and transported to Brant County detachment for testing.

Police have charged 18-year-old, Kira PINK, from Brant County with the following offences:

·             Operation while Impaired – alcohol and drugs,

·             Operation while Impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),

·             Adult Drive Vehicle or Boat with Cannabis Readily Available

·             Young Driver – B.A.C Above Zero

·       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.

 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.

PROACTIVE TRAFFIC STOP LEADS TO CRIMINAL CHARGES

 (NEWPORT) – On Sunday, September 1, 2024, at approximately 1:13p.m., an officer with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Brant County detachment initiated a traffic stop on Sour Springs Road in the County of Brant.

The officer was conducting routine patrols, when they stopped a vehicle to confirm proper licensing and registration.

Police have charged Joshua GOBIN, 48-years-old, from Brantford with the following offences:

 ·      Adult Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts    

·       Driving while under suspension – two counts

·       Adult Use plate not Authorized for vehicle

 The driver is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Brantford at a later date.

IMPAIRED DRIVER CHARGED WHILE LEAVING PARIS FAIR

(PARIS) An 18-year-old from Oxford County has been arrested after Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Brant County Detachment members conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle exiting the Paris Fair Saturday evening in the County of Brant.

On Saturday August 31, 2024, at approximately 10:32 p.m., Brant County OPP were conducting traffic control on Keg Lane in the County of Brant. Police stopped a vehicle to confirm the sobriety of the driver.

As a result, police have charged William AARNOUDSE, an 18-year-old, from Oxford County with the following offences:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs and
  • 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.

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Hearst OPP Police Press Releases

Cynthia MATTINAS Facing Numerous Charges

(HEARST, ON) – A report of a vehicle in the ditch of Highway 11 led to an impaired arrest.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 5:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call of a near collision, where the subject vehicle had a close call, crossed the centre line, ending up in the westbound ditch on Highway 11, west of Hearst. The vehicle was then reported to be stuck in the ditch, actively trying to drive out.

Police located the vehicle and the driver, who was licenced as a G1 driver, with a condition to drive a vehicle with an ignition interlock device. The vehicle did not have such a device, and there was no qualified accompanying driver in the vehicle. Officers determined that the driver had been consuming an intoxicating substance, and the driver was arrested and transported to the Kapuskasing detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cynthia MATTINAS, 54 years of age of Constance Lake, was charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Operation while impaired – blood drug concentration

·        Operation while prohibited – legal restriction

·        Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine

·        Careless driving

·        Class G1 licence holder – unaccompanied by qualified driver

·        Novice driver – presence of drug

·        Operate unsafe vehicle

·        Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit

·        Drive motor vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 9, 2024, in Hearst. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Brian KEIGAN – Impaired Driving, Meth A Factor

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Elgin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Chatham Detachment, has charged an individual following a single-vehicle collision investigation.

On September 2, 2024, at approximately 2:00 p.m., emergency responders including members the Elgin OPP, Chatham-Kent Detachment, responded to a single-vehicle collision involving a passenger vehicle entering the centre median of the eastbound Highway 401 near Orford Road, Municipality of Chatham-Kent.

No serious injuries were reported.

The investigating officer observed signs of impairment from the driver and discovered a quantity of illicit drugs in the individual’s possession. The individual was taken into custody without incident and transported to Chatham OPP Detachment where a Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) was administered, with the assistance of the Chatham-Kent Police Service (CKPS).

As a result of the investigation, Brian KEIGAN, a 46-year-old from Kanata was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid

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

The accused was held for a bail hearing, remanded into custody, and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Chatham on September 6, 2024.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Report impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Perth

Tammy McGAW – Impaired Operation

(WEST PERTH, ON) – One driver has been charged with impaired driving following a traffic stop in the Municipality of West Perth.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 9:10 p.m., a member of the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Wellington Street in Mitchell. The driver was displaying signs of impairment and was taken into custody.

As a result, Tammy McGAW, a 47-year-old of Mitchell, has been charged with:

–      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 in the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford on October 7, 2024 to speak to the charges.

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

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OPP Peterborough Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(PETERBOROUGH COUNTY, ON) – Officers from the Peterborough County detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals with impaired driving over the Labour Day long weekend.

On Friday August 30, 2024, shortly after 9:30pm, the Peterborough County OPP received a call regarding a vehicle that had gone into the ditch on Belmont 7th Line in the Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Township. Officers arrived on scene and spoke with the driver noting an odour of alcohol. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Jake PERRY (age 22) of Campbellford, ON., was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on September 17, 2024.

On Saturday August 31, 2024, at approximately 7:00pm, Peterborough County OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. check on the off-ramp from Highway 115 at County Road 28 in Cavan-Monaghan Township. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. and an officer spoke to the driver. The officer made a demand for the Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver complied with the demand and provided a sample of their breath resulting in a Fail at which point they were arrested.

Maxwell CANT (age 28) of Selwyn, ON, was arrested and charged with:

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 3, 2024.

On Monday September 2, 2024, at approximately 7:00pm, Peterborough County OPP were dispatched to a single vehicle roll-over on Highway 7 in Cavan-Monaghan Township. A passerby contacted the OPP advising that a passenger in the vehicle had an injury to their forehead and the driver of the vehicle had run off into a nearby wooded area. Officers arrived on scene where they were provided a description of the driver. In an effort to locate the driver to ensure they were not injured, a call was placed for a K9 unit to attend. The Peterborough Police Service (PPS) also advised they could dispatch a drone operator to assist with the search. Several hours later, the driver of the vehicle was located and arrested.

The passenger of the vehicle was transported to a local hospital for treatment of their injuries.

Brock HOARE (age 19) of Cavan, ON, was arrested and charged with:

·      Dangerous Operation

·      Failure to stop after accident

·      Operation while impaired

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

The accused had their drivers licence suspended for 90-days and their vehicle impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Peterborough on October 8, 2024.

The Peterborough County OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

To serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.

Peterborough County OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) work extremely hard to keep the roads safe in Dufferin County. Officers removed and charged three drivers with impaired operation related offences.

On August 29, 2024, just before 2:30 a.m., officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. program in the area of First Street in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation.

As a result, Rebecca MATVOZ, a 35-year-old female, from Vancouver has been charged with:

•      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

On August 29, 2024, just before 11:00 p.m., officers from Dufferin OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. program in the area of Townline in the Town of Orangeville. A vehicle entered the R.I.D.E. program and did not stop for officers as directed. The vehicle and driver were located moments later, and officers were quickly led into an impaired operation investigation

As a result, Karl SHAW, a 48-year-old male, from Caledon has been charged with:

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

•     Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available

On September 1, 2024, just after 1:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP were conducting general patrol in the area of Townline in the Town of Orangeville. The officer noted a traffic violated and initiated a traffic stop. Officers spoke with the male and were led to an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Jacob DEDMAN, a 22-year-old male, from Orangeville has been charged with:

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

•      Fail to wear proper helmet on motorcycle

•      Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

•      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges at a later date in June 2024. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicles impounded for a period of 7 days.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Charges

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – A motor vehicle driver and a vessel operator were charged following separate investigations into impaired driving incidents.

At approximately 8:31 p.m. on Saturday, August 31, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Norfolk County Detachment responded to a single-vehicle collision on Main Street in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

It was determined that a sedan was travelling along Main Street when it collided with two parked vehicles. No injuries were reported.

After conducting a roadside sobriety assessment of the driver at the scene, officers took the individual into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 25-year-old Jerome ZEDO of Norfolk County:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Drive without proper headlights – motor vehicle.

The accused is schedule to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

At approximately 9:23 p.m. on Sunday, September 1, 2024, marine officers from the Norfolk County OPP Detachment stopped and investigated a vessel in the Inner Bay of Lake Erie, Norfolk County.

After assessing the operator’s sobriety, officers took the individual into custody without incident.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 52-year-old Neil CLARKE of St. Thomas, Ontario:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus),
  • Failing to exhibit masthead light forward on power-driven vessel underway,
  • Failure to have proof of competency on board a pleasure craft.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 24, 2024.

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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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Francis LANDRY Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – Police arrested and charged a driver with impaired driving after investigating a traffic hazard.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 12:58 a.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a traffic hazard blocking the roadway on Pine Street, West Nipissing.

Police located a low-speed mobile scooter stationary in the middle of the road. The operator was arrested for impaired driving and then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Francis LANDRY, 95 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was charged with, operation while impaired – alcohol

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on October 3, 2024, in North Bay.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.