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Garden River First Nation OPP Police Press Releases

Anthony ROBINSON Was Arrested

(GARDEN RIVER FIRST NATION, ON) – A collision on Highway 17 east of the city has resulted in multiple charges for one individual. On March 18, 2025, at approximately 7:09 a.m., officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Ontario Provincial Police were notified of a single vehicle collision on Highway 17B in Garden River First Nation. Officers attended the scene and located a heavily damaged pickup truck, partially in the snowbank.      

As a result of the investigation, vehicle driver Anthony ROBINSON, 36 years-of-age, of Batchewana First Nation was arrested and charged with:

  • Refusal to comply with demand
  • Careless driving
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 5, 2025 in Sault Ste. Marie. The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

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FAUQUIER-STRICKLAND OPP Police Press Releases

LEVESQUE Was Arrested

(FAUQUIER-STRICKLAND, ON) – A Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program in Fauquier resulted in the arrest of a driver and multiple charges.

On March 19, 2025, at approximately 9:30 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE program in Fauquier, and stopped one vehicle on Gauthier Street. Officers requested a breath sample using an Approved Screening Device (ASD). The driver refused to comply and resisted officers when they were placed under arrest.

As a result, Joseph LEVESQUE, 57 years of age of Fauquier, was charged with:

·        Refusal to comply with demand

·        Obstruct peace officer

·        Possess more than one licence

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on May 26, 2025, in Kapuskasing. In addition, the accused received a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Drivers are reminded that a refusal charge carries with it the same penalties as impaired driving, which if convicted, may include fines, imprisonment, and a further licence suspension of at least one year.

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Daniel CHIASSON Charged

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged after traffic complaint on Highway 401 Westbound.

On March 15, 2025, at 1:27 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, for a traffic complaint.

The vehicle was located and stopped on Wonderland Road at Highway 402 in the City of London.

As a result, Daniel CHIASSON, a 49-year-old of Sault Ste. Marie, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 April 21, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

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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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Abilash UTHAYABASKARAN Was Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a driver for impaired operation following a traffic stop.

On March 2, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., an officer patrolling Mayfield Road, near McLaughlin Road, conducted a traffic stop. During the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, which led to their arrest.

As a result, Abilash UTHAYABASKARAN, 25, of Oshawa, was charged with:

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

• Careless driving

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 20, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

This is an opportunity to remind motorists that failure or refusal to comply with a demand in an impaired operation investigation is a criminal offence. Furthermore, the consequences an individual will face are the same as being charged with impaired operation.

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

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you’re planning to drink or use drugs, make sure you don’t drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, use public transportation, or find another safe way home. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, it’s important to call 9-1-1 to report it. If the situation is not urgent or currently ongoing, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Jacob BULLER Was Arrested

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – One driver was arrested and charged for impaired driving after the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop.

On February 13,2025, at approximately 4:20 a.m. the Kirkland Lake OPP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle that was observed failing to maintain its lane and taking a sharp turn before parking diagonally. Upon speaking with the driver officers determined the individual had consumed an alcoholic beverage.

As a result of the investigation, Jacob BULLER, a 19-year-old from Kirkland Lake, has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kirkland Lake on March 6, 2025.

Kirkland Lake and surrounding area is reminded that drivers who register a fail or refusal to comply with the demand will result in a 90-day licence suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it.

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OPP Penetanguishene Police Press Releases

Lindsay VANVOLKENBURG Was Arrested

(PENETANGUSHENE, ON) A driver is facing charges and other sanctions following a traffic stop in Penetanguishene, early this morning.

On February 15, 2025 at about 2:30 a.m., a member of the Southern Georgian Bay detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was performing patrol duties in the Town of Penetanguishene and stopped a car on Fox Street.

The officer spoke with the driver and detected the smell of alcohol which led the officer to demand a breath sample into a roadside screening device. The officer made attempts to convince the driver to provide a breath sample however, they refused.

As a result of this incident, Lindsay VANVOLKENBURG, 36 years of Penetanguishene, was arrested and faces the following charge contrary to the Criminal Code:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on March 6, 2025. When charged with impaired driving the driver’s licence of the accused is immediately suspended for 90 days and the vehicle they were operating is impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements.

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

Taylor SAMIS Was Arrested

(LOYALIST TOWNSHIP, ON) – Lennox and Addington County Detachment members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one person with refusing to provide a breath sample.

On Friday, January 31, 2025, shortly after 10:00 p.m., L&A County OPP members were alerted by a concerned citizen after they observed a person who appeared intoxicated enter a vehicle. Following a vehicle stop on County Road 2 in Loyalist Township, Taylor SAMIS, a 42-year-old from Loyalist Township was charged with refusal to provide breath sample.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Greater Napanee on February 18, 2025. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Temagami

Chad LOVEGROVE Was Arrested

(TEMAGAMI, ON) – A motor vehicle stopped for a traffic violation resulted in a driver charged with an impaired driving related offence.

On January 22, 2025, at approximately 7:15 p.m., members of the Temagami Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a motor vehicle for a traffic violation on Highway 11, in Temagami.

While speaking with the driver, the officer administered Mandatory Alcohol Screening (MAS).

As a result of the investigation, Chad LOVEGROVE, 38 years-of-age of Dunnville, Ontario, was charged with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Speeding 1-49 Km/h over posted limit

The accused was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS) and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days. They are scheduled to appear before the Haileybury Ontario Court of Justice on February 4, 2025.

Drivers are reminded that the Mandatory Alcohol Screening law allows officers with an approved screening device to demand a roadside breath sample from any lawfully stopped driver without reasonable suspicion of impairment.

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Haliburton OPP Police Press Releases

Matthew REIL Was Arrested

(HALIBURTON COUNTY, ON) – On January 23, 2025, at approximately 11:44 p.m., officers from the Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a call for service in Highlands East Township.

Officers arrived at the location and found a driver in his vehicle with the engine running. After engaging in conversation with the driver, officers initiated an investigation into impaired driving.

As a result of the investigation, 39-year-old, Matthew REIL, was arrested and subsequently charged with:

·        Failure or Refusal to comply with demand

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before Ontario Court of Justice in Minden. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days.

The Haliburton Highlands OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please call the Haliburton Highlands OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or please visit Crime Stoppers at www.khcrimestoppers.ca or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Dylan BATES Was Arrested

(MIDLAND, ON) –  An overnight single vehicle crash near Quarry Road, Severn Township lead members of the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) into an impaired driving investigation and also closed the north bound lanes of Highway 400 for several hours.

Officers responded at approximately 11:18 p.m. January 26, 2025 to a report of a north bound single vehicle rollover into the centre median involving a small white car bearing Ontario plate #DAFY837 with two persons possibly trapped. Attending officers at the scene were assisted by Simcoe County Paramedic Services and Severn Township Fire Service in removing and triaging the two occupants and later transported them to an area hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

An on scene OPP investigator through investigation, made a determination who the driver was and entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of this investigation Dylan BATES 30 years of Elmira has been charged criminally with the following offences.

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand – bodily harm

And Further with

  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor contrary to the Liquor Licence and Control Act

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the February 6, 2025, and also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and the subject of a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

The OPP conducts RIDE spot checks 24/7 throughout the year. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life.  The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead and to use a designated driver, cab, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. Enforcement and education is essential to save lives and reduce injuries on our trails, roadways and waterways.

File # E250107150

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LAURENTIAN HILLS OPP Police Press Releases

Ryan HAWLEY Was Arrested

(LAURENTIAN HILLS, ON) – An area resident is facing a driving-related Criminal Code (CC) charge after an investigation by members of the Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP). 

On the evening of January 9, 2025, police received information about a possible impaired driver in Laurentian Hills. Officers located the vehicle and driver in the Town of Chalk River and began an investigation.   

As a result of this incident 46-year-old Ryan HAWLEY of Laurentian Hills has been charged with failure or refusal to comply with demand contrary to the CC. The accused was released and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 4, 2025.

The accused had their driver’s licence suspended for 90 days and their vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days. 

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

QUEWEZENCE Was Arrested

(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Dryden Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment have arrested and charged one individual after a motor vehicle collision. 

On January 10, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m. members of the Dryden OPP Detachment responded to a motor vehicle collision on Highway 105 in an unorganized township.

Through investigation, it was determined that the driver involved in the collision had been consuming alcoholic beverages. The accused was placed under arrest after refusing to provide a breath sample into an approved screening device (ASD).

Starr QUEWEZENCE, 27-years-old, of Red Lake, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with:

·         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 Dryden February 3, 2025.

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

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London OPP Police Press Releases

Garrett MORROW Was Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Traffic complaint on Highway 402 leads to refusal charge.

On January 4, 2025, at 4:57 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Highway 402 in the City of London, for the report of a possible impaired driver.

The vehicle was located on Longwoods Road in Middlesex Centre, by a member of the Oneida Nation Police, at which time a traffic stop was initiated.

The driver was placed under arrest.

As a result, Garrett MORROW, a 32-year-old of Wallaceburg, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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 March 5, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

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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OPP Police Press Releases SHELBURNE

40 Year Old From Dundalk Arrested

(SHELBURNE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Dundalk resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a R.I.D.E. program.

On December 27, 2024, at approximately 2:55 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) spot check in the area of Owen Sound Street in the Town of Shelburne. A vehicle entered the area and was met by the officers. After a brief conversation, the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Roni APPAU, a 40-year-old male, from Dundalk has been charged with:

•      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused individual is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville. Their driver’s licence was suspended 90 days, and their vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The Dufferin OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead when consuming alcohol or drugs. Use a designated driver, cab, rideshare, public transit or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impact your ability to make sound judgements. In a split second you could ruin your future, injure or kill others, and tear a hole in the heart of everyone who loves you.

Members of the Dufferin 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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MANITOUWADGE OPP Police Press Releases

Michael BROOKS Was Arrested

(MANITOWANING, ON) – One person has been arrested for impaired operation and several other charges following a traffic complaint on Highway 17 in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township.

On December 6, 2024, at approximately 1:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint about a passenger attempting to jump out of a moving vehicle on Highway 17 in the Sables-Spanish Rivers Township. Officers conducted a traffic stop on the vehicle, and further investigation led to the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Michael BROOKS, 30-years-old from Cambridge, was charged with:

  • Refusal to comply with demand
  • Dangerous operation
  • Resist peace officer

The drivers licence was suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Espanola on January 6, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that the Festive RIDE season is now. The public can expect to see an increased police presence throughout the province, as OPP officers conduct RIDE checks 24/7. 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.