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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Backhoe Recovered – Jason DEWSBURY Arrested

(ESSEX COUNTY, ON)- The Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Marine Unit is investigating a theft after the recovery of a stolen backhoe in the LaSalle Channel of the Detroit River.  

On Tuesday June 3, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m. Essex County OPP Marine Unit was on patrol in the LaSalle Channel on the Detroit River when they observed a 50-foot barge with a backhoe on board. As a vessel inspection was conducted, it was discovered that the backhoe was reported stolen from the Greater Toronto Area, it has an estimated value of $200,000.00.

As a result of the investigation, Jason DEWSBURY, 42 years-of-age of LaSalle has been arrested and charged with:

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

The accused was released form custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor on July 15, 2025.

OPP is asking anyone who may have any information regarding this incident to contact them at 1- 888 – 310 – 1122.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Markstay-Warren OPP Police Press Releases

Niko LEDUC Was Arrested

(MARKSTAY-WARREN, ON) – Police arrested and charged three people after a vehicle failed to stop for police.

On Sunday June 15, 2025, shortly after 9:30 a.m., the West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a stolen vehicle from Sudbury that was traveling north on Highway 400.

The vehicle failed to stop from police and continued north on Highway 69.

At approximately 12:25 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP, located and arrested two of the involved people walking in Markstay.

The abandon vehicle was later located and members from the OPP K9 Unit, Emergency Response Team and OPP Aviation assisted with the search for the third person, who was located and arrested late that evening.

As a result of the investigation, Niko LEDUC, 20 years-of-age, from Sudbury, was charged with:

  • Dangerous operation
  • Possession property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Flight from peace officer
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on June 16, 2024, in Sudbury.

A 16-year-old-person, from Sudbury was charged with, possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

While another 16-year-old-person, from Sudbury was charged with, possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000 and obstruct Peace Officer.

Both Young Offenders were released and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date in 2025, in Sudbury.

The OPP will not be releasing the names of the Young Offenders under the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

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Chatham-Kent OPP Police Press Releases

Christopher BRITTON Was Arrested

(CHATHAM-KENT, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Elgin County (Moravian Town First Nation) has arrested one individual after an investigation involving a stolen motor vehicle.

On June 2, 2025, at approximately 3:35 p.m., members of the Moravian Town First Nations Police received a report of a possible stolen camper trailer located on a property on Centre Road in Moravian Town.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher BRITTON, 49-year-old of Chatham-Kent was charged with:

  •  Possession of Property Obtained by crime over $5000.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Chatham Kent on the 14th of July 2025.

Anyone with information regarding this incident can contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.stthomas-elgincrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicles Recovered – 3 Arrested

(BRANT,ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from Oxford CSCU, West Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Canine Unit, has laid multiple charges following the execution of a search warrant at a rural property in Brant County.

On May 16, 2025, shortly before 10:00 a.m., police executed a search warrant at a property located on Colborne Street East, Brant County. The investigation was initiated after police received information regarding the location of a recently stolen vehicle.

The following stolen vehicles were seized:

  • 2015 Dodge Ram 1500 (Blue), valued at $20,000
  • 2014 GMC Sierra (Red), valued at $10,000
  • 2017 Chevrolet Express Van (Gray), valued at $25,000

The total estimated value of the recovered vehicles is approximately $55,000.

Three individuals were arrested and charged.

Accused:

Brandon FERREIRA, 38 years old, of Brant County, has been charged with

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • Two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

David LORNE, 41 years old, of Cambridge, has been charged with:

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • One count of Theft of Motor Vehicle
  • One count of Disguise with Intent
  • Three counts of Fail to Comply with Release Order
  • One count of Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

Samantha SMITH, 37 years old, of Brant County, has been charged with:

  • Three counts of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000
  • One count of Fraudulent Concealment

Ferreira and Lorne were held for a bail hearing, while Smith was released on a Form 10.

The investigation is ongoing.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact the Brant County OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, please contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Ottawa Police Press Releases

Stolen Plate Leads To Numerous Charges

(OTTAWA, ON) – Members of the Ottawa Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid dozens of charges against two individuals from Ottawa after a traffic stop for a stolen licence plate.

Shortly after midnight on May 17, an Ottawa OPP member was alerted to a possible stolen plate on Coventry Road by their Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) camera. The investigation led to arrest of both the driver and passenger. Officers seized a replica firearm, drugs and multiple stolen pieces of identification.

As a result, Jari MANNER, 43 years of age has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – in Canada – six counts
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Possession of Imitation Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs
  • Possession Instruments for Forgery
  • Identity Theft – Obtain or Possess Another Persons Identity Information – six Counts
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – No Licence
  • Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance
  • Drive Motor Vehicle no Permit
  • Drive Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor

Lindsay GNASS-WETZEL, 36 years of age faces the following charges:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – in Canada – six counts
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Possession of Imitation Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
  • Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Traffick in Schedule I Substance – Other Drugs
  • Identity Theft – Obtain or Possess Another Persons Identity Information – six counts

Both of the accused are set to appear in an Ontario Court of Justice in Ottawa at a later date.

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Espanola OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen ATV Recovered – 2 Arrested

(ESPANOLA, ON) – Police have arrested and charged two people after police located a stolen all-terrain vehicle (ATV).

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, at approximately 8:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break and enter where an ATV had been stolen from a residence in Espanola. Later that day, the ATV was located at a different address in Espanola, and returned to the owner. Two people were arrested as a result.

Tyler GAUDREAU, 42-years-old from Espanola, was charged with possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.

Additionally, Cecile TROTTIER, 32-years-old from Espanola, was charged with possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.

Both accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court on May 8, 2025. 

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OPP Paris Police Press Releases

Cathelina Antonissen – Meth, Cocaine

(PARIS, ON) – On April 26, 2025, one individual was arrested and is facing charges after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received an automated licence plate reader (ALPR) hit for a stolen vehicle.

On April 26, 2025, at approximately 10:59 a.m., a Brant OPP officer was patrolling a local parking lot, when the officer received an ALPR hit on a licence plate for a stolen vehicle.

The investigation confirmed the vehicle was stolen and a quantity of suspected methamphetamine and cocaine were located inside the vehicle.

Cathelina Antonissen, 40-years-old of Woodstock, Ontario is charged with the following:

  • CC Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
  • CDSA Possession of a schedule 1 substance

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brantford on June 19, 2025. 

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GUELPH-ERAMOSA OPP Police Press Releases

James IRONSIDE Was Arrested

(GUELPH-ERAMOSA TWP, ON) – The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrest and the charge person responsible for break and enter within local community.

On April 27, 2025, at approximately 6:30 a.m., the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to an active report of a break and enter / theft which occurred at a local residence on Second Line within Guelph-Eramosa Township. It was reported that the caller was in fresh foot-pursuit of the suspect, whom they located on their property.

Shortly thereafter, police arrived on scene, located the suspect and arrested them without issue.

As a result of the investigation, James IRONSIDE, 33-year-old of Guelph was charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession of break-in instruments
  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 (two counts)

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The Wellington 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), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Essa OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 3 Arrested

(ESSA, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged three individuals in relation to a stolen vehicle.

On April 19, 2025, at 1:00 a.m., Officers were conducting general patrols in the area of 11th Line for an unrelated call for service in Essa Township. Officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle determining that the driver was wanted with another police service.

Officers searched incident to arrest and observed the VIN number at the front windshield was also reported stolen out of Huronia West OPP Detachment.

Upon further investigation, all three accused parties were arrested and charged with the following:

Jonathan, GARWOOD 56-years-old of Barrie was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime
  • Use Plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle
  • Drive with seat belt assembly inoperative
  • Operate unsafe vehicle
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to surrender insurance card

Robert MERCER 56-years-old of Barrie was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime

Cameron MANCHESTER 22 -years-old of Severn Township was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime

The accused parties are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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BONNECHERE VALLEY OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – Ryan SMITH Arrested

(BONNECHERE VALLEY TWP, ON) – A driver is facing several charges after a vehicle was stopped as a result of a RIDE Program in Bonnechere Valley Township (BVTP). 

On April 18, 2025, at just after 11:00 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a vehicle that appeared to avoid a RIDE Program on Augsburg Road. Police stopped the vehicle a short distance away and began an impaired driving investigation. As part of the investigation a Roadside Screening Device was utilized, and the driver was transported to the detachment for further testing. Further investigation found that the involved vehicle had been stolen the previous night from a residence in North Algona-Wilberforce Township. Alcohol was seized from the vehicle during the investigation. 

As a result of this incident 34-year-old Ryan SMITH of BVTP has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC), Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA) and Highway Traffic Act (HTA) offences:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration 80mg plus

·        Theft of a motor vehicle

·        Operation while prohibited

·        Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

·        Driving while under suspension

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and the vehicle was returned to the owner. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on May 5, 2025.

The Upper Ottawa Valley OPP is committed to making our roadways safe with RIDE programs throughout the year, at any time of the day or night.

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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Property Recovered – 5 Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of the Huronia West Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), and the Central Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) of the Ontario Provincial Police executed a search warrant on Sideroad 17, in the Town of New Tecumseth.

On April 15, 2025, at 12:47 p.m officers executed a search warrant at an address on Sideroad 17 in New Tecumseth. Police located and seized a 2017 Jaguar XF Sedan valued at $30,000.00 reported stolen out of Peel Region, a U-Haul Van Valued at $15,000.00 that was reported stolen out of Guelph and a U-Haul trailer Valued $6000.00 that was reported stolen out of ajax. As a result of the investigation:

Thomas BROOKS 50-years-old of Schomberg was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 -Three Counts

Candace BRUSH 30-years-old of Mississauga was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 -Three Counts

Nicholas RADELJA 35 -years-old of Schomberg was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 -Three Counts

Andrew RADELJA 39-years-old of Schomberg was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 -Three Counts

Michael RADELJA 41-years-old of Schomberg was arrested and charged with the following:

  • Possession property obtained by Crime Over $5000.00 -Three Counts

The accused parties are to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court.

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Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicles Recovered – 2 Arrested

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Two individuals charged after search warrant executed at an address in Middlesex Centre.

On April 10, 2025, members of the Elgin-Middlesex Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the Oxford-Brant OPP CSCU, OPP Canine, OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), executed a search warrant at a residence on Westdel Bourne in Middlesex Centre.

CSCU members recovered two previously reported stolen vehicles, along with three enclosed trailers and a flatbed trailer, with a combined, estimated worth of approximately $171,000.

Jad KARAM, a 46-year-old of Middlesex Centre, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number
  • Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

Heng KHAO, a 40-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada (two counts)
  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order
  • Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine

The accused were both held for bail.

The Middlesex County OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere 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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ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS OPP Police Press Releases

Andrei-Razvan TULEA – Theft

(ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS TOWNSHIP, ON) – Members of theLennox and Addington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person following a traffic stop on Highway 7.

On Friday April 11, 2025, shortly before 4:00 p.m., police were advised of a report of shoplifting from a drug store in Renfrew. Police were watching for the suspect-vehicle and located it on Highway 7. Officers spotted the stolen items in the car and the driver was arrested.

 Andrei-Razvan TULEA, a 29-year-old, from Toronto, has been charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Theft under $5000 – shoplifting

Police recovered over $30,000 in stolen property from the vehicle.

The accused was held in custody following a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee.

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Pickup Truck Recovered – Paul ANTAYA Arrested

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – Essex County OPP has charged an individual after a theft investigation in Kingsville.

On April 7, 2025, at 9:30 a.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to a business on Dimar Drive in Kingsville, Essex County, for the report of a theft complaint.

Through the investigation an individual was identified.

It was determined the accused was responsible for additional theft complaints in the Municipality of Lakeshore.

On April 9, 2025, members of the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) located a stolen pickup in Tecumseh and as a result, Paul ANTAYA, a 36-year-old of Tecumseh, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Theft under $5,000 (two counts)

The accused was held for bail.

Approximately $20,000 in stolen property was recovered, including a pickup truck that had previously been reported as stolen from the City of Windsor.

The OPP can be reached 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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New Tecumseth OPP Police Press Releases

Vikrant CHIBBER Was Arrested

(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), have arrested and charged an individual in connection to a fraud investigation.

On April 9 2025, at 5:04 p.m., Officers responded to a report of a fraud at the RBC bank located at 4 King Street North, in the Town of New Tecumseth. The complainant reported that an individual came into the branch and provided a fake ID as well as a SIN letter trying to open an account under the fake ID name. The Caller still had the ID in hand and upon inspecting it the accused took it out of the callers hands in an attempt to flee.

The accused was described as Male, 5’8, facial hair, slim build, black shoes, khaki pants and a black jacket. Officers arrived on scene at which time the accused has just fled on foot, officers were able to quickly locate the male matching the description and as a result of the investigation,

Vikrant CHIBBER, a 25-year-old male of Brampton was arrested and charged with:

  • Use, deals, acts on forged document
  • Possession of an identity document
  • Identity Theft – obtain or possess another persons identity information
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused has been released and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 8 2025.

If you have any further information in relation to this investigation, please call the Nottawasaga OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, Report Number (E250429796). You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/