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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Carl NANIBUSH – Impaired Driving

(ESPANOLA, ON) – One person has been arrested and is facing impaired-related charges.

On Thursday, May 15, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check at the intersection of Highway 6 and Old Webbwood Road, in the Town of Espanola. A vehicle came through the RIDE, and upon interacting with the driver, police observed signs that the driver may be under the influence of an intoxicating substance. As a result of further investigation, the driver was arrested for impaired operation.

The driver, Carl NANIBUSH, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on July 7, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Carlo PENSABENE Was Arrested After Comlaint

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation after police received a traffic complaint.

On Monday, May 12, 2025, at approximately 2:30 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint reporting a vehicle that was unable to maintain its lane. Police responded and located the vehicle on Highway 6 in the Curtin Township. A traffic stop was initiated, and further investigation on scene resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

The driver, Carlo PENSABENE, 66-years-old from Elliot Lake, was charged with operation while impaired – drugs.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on June 24, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe while driving. If you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Michel DEMORE Was Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – One person was arrested and charged with impaired driving offences after responding to a traffic complaint.

On Wednesday June 4, 2025, at approximately 9:00 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), responded to a traffic complaint of a possible impaired driver on Highway 537, Sudbury

The vehicle was located and the driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Michel DEMORE, 56 years-of-age, from Cleland Township, was charged with:

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

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on Wednesday July 9, 2025, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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.

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Huron Shores OPP Police Press Releases

72 Year Old Arrested For Impaired Driving

(MUNICIPALITY OF HURON SHORES, ON)- Trespass complaint leads to an impaired charge.

On Monday, June 2, 2025, at approximately 7:00 p.m., members of the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a trespassing complaint on Eley Road in the Town of Iron Bridge. A black vehicle had reportedly driven past a gate clearly marked with “No Trespassing” signs. The complainant also suspected the occupants of the vehicle were impaired by drugs.

The vehicle left the area and was observed a short time later traveling eastbound on Highway 17. Officers conducted a traffic stop and, upon speaking with the driver, observed signs of impairment.

The driver was arrested and transported to the Blind River OPP detachment for further testing.

Armond SCARFF, 72 years-of-age from Blind River was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on July 3, 2025.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for 7days.

The OPP remains committed to ensuring our roads are safe from drug-impaired and alcohol-impaired drivers. Drivers who are impaired by drugs or alcohol continue to pose a significant threat on Ontario roads.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Wray CHAMBERLAIN – Impaired Driving

(BLIND RIVER, ON)- The East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) lays 19th impaired charge in 2025.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision involving a pick-up truck that collided with another vehicle while travelling eastbound on Causley Street in the Town of Blind River.

The pickup truck driver attempted to evade the complainant and police by parking the vehicle behind a Woodward Avenue apartment building on Provencher Lane. Police eventually located the person that was operating the vehicle. While speaking to the driver police determined alcohol had been consumed and they also detected an odour of cannabis coming off the driver. A subsequent arrest was made, and the driver was transported to Blind River detachment. 

Wray CHAMBERLAIN, 30 years-of-age from Blind River was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – both alcohol and drugs
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failure to stop after accident

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on July 3, 2025.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the involved vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

If you suspect an impaired driver, call 911 and don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL”.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Angela WELLS Was Arrested

(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 June 4, 2025, at approximately 8:50 a.m, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious vehicle with a driver slumped over on Jarvis St. in the City of Orillia. Upon arriving on scene, officers noted that the vehicle was on and running, and there was a lone female in the driver’s seat. Speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired investigation and ultimately formed grounds to arrest the driver for impaired by drug after failing a Standard Field Sobriety Test (SFST). The accused was transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE).

As result of the investigation, a replica firearm, switch blade knife, 32.6 grams of Methamphetamine, 7.4 grams of Percocet’s and 4 grams of Psilocybin were seized.

Angela WELLS, 34-year-old from Lindsay On, was charged with the following:

  •         Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
  •         Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted weapon at Unauthorized place
  •         Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of Trafficking
  •         Possession of a Schedule 1 Substance – Opioid (other than Heroin)
  •         Possession of a Schedule III Substance
  •         Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  •         Have care or control of a vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

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.

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.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified by members of the public of driving behaviours that indicated an individual was possibly driving impaired on Highway 11 southbound in Oro-Medonte Township. Officers were dispatched to a separate incident of a motor vehicle collision on county road 169 in Ramara Township. In both incidents officers entered impaired driving investigations.

On June 3, 2025, at approximately 4:16 a.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were notified by the public of a possible impaired driver on Highway 11 southbound, in the township of Oro-Medonte. Officers observed the vehicle’s driving and were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.  

As a result, Jeffrey ALFORD; 35-year-old, from Fort Erie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – not equipped with ignition interlock device
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Failure to comply with release order
  • Drive while under suspension
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

Furthermore, at approximately 10:49 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision in a ditch on County Road 169, in Ramara Township. After arriving on scene officers were again led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual provided samples of breath more than two times the legal limit. The accused was charged with impaired related charges. 

As a result, Louise MAPP; 59-year-old, from Hamilton Township, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

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

Subsequently the drivers in both instances licences were suspended for 90 days and their vehicles were impounded for 7 days. 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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Terrace Bay

Joseph WIRTZ Was Arrested

(TERRACE BAY, ON) – An impaired driver was taken off the road thanks to a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen. 

On May 25, 2025, at approximately 3:30 pm, the Schreiber Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a 9-1-1 call from a concerned citizen who reported seeing a possible impaired driver in the Town of Terrace Bay.  

Officers located the vehicle on Highway 17 and conducted an investigation. The roadside use of the Alcohol Screening Device (ASD) resulted in a fail. The driver was arrested at the scene and transported to the Schreiber Detachment for further testing with a Breath Technician. 

Joseph WIRTZ 32-years-old, from Terrace Bay has been charged under the Criminal Code;

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs, Section 320.14(1)(a)CC   
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), Section 320.14(1)(b)CC

The accused was released by the Schreiber OPP and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice, Schreiber Court to speak to the charges.

The OPP relies on the public to report crime. Impaired driving is a serious crime that should be treated no differently. No amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. 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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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Gilles DERAICHE – Hit & Run, Impaired Driving, Etc.

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

On May 30th, 2025, at approximately 5:20 pm, officers responded to a report of a suspected impaired driver. Officers were informed by a member of the public that a Black Pickup truck was driving in a very aggressive and dangerous manner on Highway 11 Northbound swerving back and forth colliding with other vehicles and guardrails. Shortly after, officers located the truck and while engaging with the driver, he became unco-operative and assaultive with police. The male party would eventually be arrested by police and transported to the Orillia Detachment.

 Gilles DERAICHE 28 years old of Gravenhurst was charged with:

  • Adult Operation While Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs
  • Adult Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Adult Dangerous operation
  • Adult Fail to report accident
  • Adult Fail to stop for police
  • Adult Fail to notify change of address
  • Adult Novice driver – B.A.C above zero

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.

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.

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OPP Police Press Releases Zorra

Ross HARKES – Impaired Driving

 (ZORRA, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Oxford Detachment responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, resulting in one person being charged with impaired driving.

On May 30, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of Oxford OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the ditch, on the 37th Line in the Township of Zorra.

As a result of the investigation, Ross HARKES, 31-years-old, of Putnam, has been charged with:

•        Dangerous Operation

•        Operation While Impaired – Alcohol

•        Operation While Impaired – Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) 80 plus

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Woodstock on July 15, 2025.

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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Lennox & Addington OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested – FERRILL, WALKER & NEWTON

(LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY, ON) – Lennox and Addington County members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three people with impaired driving related charges over the weekend.

On Friday, May 30, 2025, at 7:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were advised of a vehicle driving erratically with heavy damage on Bridge Street West in Greater Napanee. Police stopped the vehicle and the driver was arrested. 

Cherokee FERRILL, a 25-year-old from Tyendinaga, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol
  • Driving while prohibited
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Obstruct police
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 2, 2025.  

On Saturday, May 31, 2025, just after 2:00 p.m., L&A County OPP was called regarding a possible impaired driver on River Road in Greater Napanee. Police stopped a delivery vehicle and the driver was arrested. Breath testing at the detachment showed alcohol levels that were four times the legal limit. 

Andrew WALKER, a 38-year-old from Kingston was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – over 80 mgs of alcohol

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 17, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded. 

On Sunday, June 1, 2025, just after 4:00 a.m., police observed a vehicle parked in a local business parking lot and the driver appeared to be asleep. Investigation revealed the vehicle was stolen and the driver was arrested.  

Andrew NEWTON, a 25-year-old from Prescott was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – drug
  • Theft of motor vehicle

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on June 3, 2025.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged another three drivers with impaired driving. This brings the total of drivers charged to 20 for the month of May, almost double the number charged in the same time frame in 2024.

On May 30, 2025, at 9:00 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a call regarding a disturbance on Ann Street in Bracebridge. Officers conducted an investigation into the incident and subsequently arrested and charged 43-year-old Marcus BERGER of Bracebridge, ON with Operation while Impaired, Operation while Impaired – Over 80 and Operation while Prohibited. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025 to answer to his charges.

On May 30, 2025, at 10:40 pm., Bracebridge OPP officers responded reports of concerning driving from a member of the public on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst. The vehicle was located and officers conducted a traffic stop near Cedar Lane in Bracebridge. Police arrested and charged 66-year-old Barbara ROSEBRUGH of Huntsville, ON with Operation while Impaired and Operation while Impaired – Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to her charges.

On May 31, 2025 at 12:20 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting general patrols proactively on Muskoka Road 118 in Muskoka Lakes Township and conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle driving in a concerning manner in Port Carling. Police arrested and charged 43-year-old Jason BOCK of Oakville with Operation while Impaired and Operation while Impaired – Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor impacting the safety of Muskoka roads, if you are concerned that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1 to notify police.

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Bracebridge OPP Police Press Releases

3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(BRACEBRIDGE, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three drivers during the early morning hours today with impaired driving related offences.

On May 30, 2025, at 12:30 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers were dispatched to a single vehicle collision that occurred on Kanien’keha:ka lohatatie, formerly Muskoka Road 38, in Muskoka Lakes Township. The vehicle had partially left the roadway and became stuck in a swamp, none of the occupants sustained injuries. Officers attended and conducted an investigation into the collision and subsequently arrested and charged 37-year-old Shelby LOSHAW of Port Carling, ON with Operation while Impaired and Over 80. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025, to answer to her charges.

A short time later, at 2:45 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to complaints about a disturbance at an address near Balls Drive in Bracebridge and when they arrived, observed a vehicle leaving that caused concern. Officers conducted a traffic stop and subsequently arrested and charged 18-year-old Landen KEOWN of Bracebridge with Operation while Impaired, Over 80, Driving While Under Suspension and Operating a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025, to answer to his charges.

At 5:25 a.m. Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a report of a single vehicle collision that occurred on Highway 118 East in Bracebridge. A vehicle left the roadway and a passerby reported a concern over the condition of the driver. Officers attended, conducted an investigation into the collision and subsequently arrested and charged 36-year-old Lucas ROWE of Bracebridge, ON with Operation while Impaired -Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025, to answer to his charge.

In Ontario, drivers who are charged with offences relating to impaired driving have their drivers licenses immediately suspended for 90 days and their vehicle impounded.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor impacting the safety of Muskoka roads, if you are concerned that someone is driving while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, please call 9-1-1 to notify police.

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Gravenhurst OPP Police Press Releases

Jeffrey MUSTOE Was Arrested

(GRAVENHURST, ON) – The Bracebridge Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged one driver during morning commuting hours.

On May 27, 2025 at 8:15 a.m. a member of the Central Region SAVE (Snowmobile, ATV, Vessel Enforcement) team was conducting general patrol on Highway 11 North in Gravenhurst, monitoring the morning traffic when he observed a vehicle commit an offence in relation to a stopped school bus. The officer conducted a traffic stop and subsequently arrested and charged 49-year-old Jeffrey MUSTOE of Barrie, ON with the following offences:

  • Operation While Impaired
  • Operation While Impaired- Over 80
  • Dangerous Operation
  • Fail to Stop for School Bus
  • Having Liquor in Open Container in Unauthorized Place

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 24, 2025 to answer to his charges.

Impaired driving continues to be a significant factor affecting the safety of Muskoka roads. If you suspect someone is driving while impaired, please call 9-1-1.

For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

3 Collisions, 3 Impaired Charges

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to three separate motor vehicle collisions in Oro-Medonte and Ramara Township.

On May 22, 2025, at approximately 7:40 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment were dispatched to a motor vehicle in the ditch on Lakeshore Rd. E Oro-Medonte. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Ragulan VIJAYARATNAM; 25-year-old, from Pickering, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus
  • Adult Mischief – destroys or damages property

Furthermore, at approximately 8:10 p.m., officers from the Orillia Detachment were dispatched to a motor vehicle rollover on Ramara Road 46, in Ramara Township. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Mark FALBY; 63-year-old, from Brechin, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

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

Lastly at 03:10 a.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were dispatched to a motor vehicle in the ditch on Line 15 S Oro-Medonte. After arriving on scene officers were led into an impaired driving investigation where one individual was charged with impaired related charges.

As a result, Jennie BECKSTEAD; 27 -year-old, Oro-Medonte ON, has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by drug

All three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date. Their driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

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.