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Mono OPP Police Press Releases

Andre SANTOS Was Arrested

(MONO, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Caledon resident with impaired operation related offences as the result of a police investigation.

On December 15, 2024, just after 4:00 a.m., Dufferin OPP officers were dispatched to a suspicious person/vehicle in the area of Airport Road in the Town of Mono. After a brief conversation, the officers were quickly led to an impaired driving investigation.

Andre SANTOS, a 29-year-old male, from Caledon 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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Haldimand OPP Police Press Releases

Mitchell LORD Was Arrested

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – An individual is facing charges following a single vehicle collision.

On September 11, 2024, at approximately 2:05 a.m., while on patrol, members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) observed a vehicle in the ditch on Haldimand Road 17, near Cayuga.

No injuries were reported.

Upon speaking with the driver, it became apparent they had consumed alcohol.

As a result of the investigation, 44-year-old Mitchell LORD of Niagara Falls was charged with the following offences:

  • Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
  • Fail to Surrender Permit for Motor Vehicle

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on October 29, 2024.

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OPP Police Press Releases Warwick

Rebecca CLARK Was Arrested

(WARWICK, ON) – The Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following a traffic stop in Warwick Township.

On August 23, 2024, at approximately 5:45 p.m., the Lambton County OPP received a traffic complaint involving a passenger vehicle in the town of Forest.

Shortly thereafter, police located the vehicle and initiated a traffic stop on Nauvoo Road, Warwick Township.

The investigating officer observed signs of intoxication and a roadside approved screening device (ASD) test demand was made.

As a result of the investigation, Rebecca CLARK, 39-year-old of Woodstock, was charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on September 16, 2024, in the City of Sarnia.

“Traffic Safety is Everyone’s Responsibility.” The Lambton County OPP would like to take this opportunity to thank the individual who contacted police to report this incident. As a direct result, officers were able to safely locate the vehicle and take the driver safely into custody.

The Lambton County OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thames Centre

Ryan HETHERINGTON Charged Following Collision

(THAMES CENTRE, ON) – Driver charged with refusal after single vehicle collision on Highway 401.

On June 8, 2024, at 7:11 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Highway 401 Westbound in Thames Centre, for the report of a single vehicle collision, involving a motorcycle.

It was determined the driver had previously consumed alcohol and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Ryan HETHERINGTON, a 31-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The operator suffered minor injuries.

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 July 30, 2024.

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.

If you have any information that could assist with the investigation, 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 Perth Police Press Releases

Shawn MERCIER Was Arrested

(PERTH, ON) – A Lanark Highlands resident has been charged after a traffic stop in Perth.

Members of the Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a vehicle on Drummond Street on April 28, 2024, shortly after 1:30 a.m.

The officers demanded that the driver submit to a test using the approved roadside alcohol screening device. The driver refused.

Shawn MERCIER, age 32 was charged under the Criminal Code with refusal to comply with demand. The accused was also issued a 90-day Administrative Drivers Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on May 27, 2024.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

70 Year Old Arrested After Leaving Bar

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A local driver was arrested with refusing to provide a breath sample after leaving a local bar.

On April 11, 2024, at approximately 11:00 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol when they stopped a vehicle to check the driver’s sobriety after leaving a bar on Philip Walk in Elliot Lake.

Police stopped the white pick-up truck and spoke to the driver. The driver was provided plenty of opportunity to provide a sample of breath but refused to do so. The uncooperative driver was arrested and the pick-up truck was subsequently towed and impounded.

Raymond CARRIERE, 70-years-old, from Elliot Lake was charged with – Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on June 13, 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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City Of Kawartha Lakes OPP Police Press Releases

Rachel Majury – Refuse To Blow

(CITY OF KAWARTHA LAKES, ON) – Members of the City of Kawartha Lakes Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) entered into an impaired driving investigation on March 23, 2024.

On March 23, 2024 at approximately 8:10 pm, officers conducting a traffic stop entered into an impaired driving investigation.

Rachel Majury 31 years old of Little Britain was charged with:

  • Failure or Refusal Comply with Demand

The accused are scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Lindsay at a later date. The motor vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days.

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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Liza MOONIAS Arrested For Refusing To Blow

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – On March 3rd, 2024, at approximately 3:00 p.m., members of the North West Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (T.I.M.E.) Team initiated a traffic stop on a passenger pick-up truck travelling at a high rate of speed along Highway 11/17 near Highway 527.

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

As a result, Liza MOONIAS, 44-years-old, of Marten Falls First Nation, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand
  • Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt – Excessive Speed
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on March 29th, 2024.

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