Tag: Weekend Update

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to and investigated a number of incidents over the weekend.

On January 24, 2025, OPP responded to a single vehicle collision on Smith Street in the Municipality of Brighton. Officers arrived at the location to find a passenger vehicle in the ditch and a lone occupant in the driver seat. Upon speaking with the uninjured individual, police entered into an impaired operation investigation. As a result, the driver was taken into custody at which point they resisted the arrest. They were transported to a local detachment where they refused to comply with a demand for breath into an Approved Instrument. A search of the vehicle revealed a quantity of liquor and cannabis. There were no other persons or vehicles involved.

Tara KOCHIE (age 55) from the Municipality of Brighton, has been charged with:

–      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

–      Resist Peace Officer

–      Drive motor vehicle or boar with cannabis readily available

–      Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On January 25, 2025, at around 3:15 a.m., police responded to a report from Warkworth Institution regarding a suspicious vehicle in the area of McCann Road in the Municipality of Brighton. Officers patrolled the area and stopped a vehicle with no front licence place on County Road 30. Following the stop and observing three occupants including the driver, officers could detect an odor of Cannabis coming from the vehicle and police then initiated a search.

The search yielded a drone, cellphones, $1000 in Canadian currency, cannabis and a small quantity of unknown drugs which are still to be identified.

Juan Luis GUEYE VARGAS (age 18) from St-Anne-Desplaines, Quebec, has been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Person under 19 years – possess cannabis

–      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open baggage

–      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

–      Fail to surrender insurance card

–      Dirty plate

–      Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle.

The two 17-year-old male passengers from Montreal, Quebec, have been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Person under 19 years – possess cannabis.

The young persons shall not be named due to the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). All the accused are due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On January 26, 2025, shortly after 9:00 p.m., OPP received a report of an assault which had taken place on Curtis Point Road in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand involving a resident and a passing snowmobile operator. Emergency Medical Services also attended the location to treat the victim for minor injuries.

A description of the snowmobile and operator was provided to officers who then patrolled the local areas. A short time later, a person was arrested in relation to the incident.

As a result, Bailey CRUMB (aged 20) from the Township of Hamilton, has been charged with:

–      Assault with a weapon.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On January 27, 2025, at approximately 7:35 a.m., OPP responded to an attempted break and enter on Ganaraska Road in the Municipality of Port Hope. The caller advised that three individuals wearing dark clothing and masks, had tried to break into their residence with an implement. The suspects then ran eastbound after being disturbed by the homeowner.

An increased police presence was in the area as containment was set up and assisted by the Emergency Response Team (ERT). An OPP Canine Unit (K9) was also dispatched to assist with the investigation.

No persons were located as a result of the initial efforts and this investigation is on-going. Resources were clear shortly before 10:00 a.m. Northumberland OPP are appealing for anyone who may have witnessed any suspicious behavior or has video/dash cam evidence which could assist officers, to contact police at 1-888-310-1122 reference E250107735.

Members of Northumberland 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 have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 705-745-9000 or www.stopcrimehere.ca.

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) laid various charges following arrests over the weekend.

On September 25, 2024, at approximately 12:00 p.m., OPP responded to a neighbour dispute in the Township of Cramahe. The caller advised police that since early August 2024, they are experiencing an on-going issue with their neighbour playing loud music for extended periods of time and recently with the complainant’s dwelling being illuminated with a strobe light.

On September 29, 2024, a 43-year-old, from the Township of Cramahe, was arrested and charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with any person in the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and the individual shall not be named to protect the identity of the victim.

On September 26, 2024, at approximately 8:30 a.m., police received a report regarding theft of alcohol on the previous day, from a commercial premises in Fenella, within the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. As a result of the investigation, a person was arrested on September 29, 2024.

Ashley FENTON, 31-years-old, from Campbellcroft, has been charged with:

–      Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On September 28, 2024, shortly before 6:00 p.m., OPP received a report regarding an individual fishing on private property in the vicinity of Dale Road, in the Municipality of Port Hope. Police attended the area and located the subject of the complaint.

A 38-year-old male, from Toronto, has been charged with:

–      Trespass for the purpose of fishing

On September 29, 2024, shortly before 1:30 a.m., officers received a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle parked on the hard shoulder on Highway 401 westbound in the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The caller was concerned as the door of the vehicle was open and the driver was unresponsive.

Emergency Medical Services (EMS) and OPP responded to the scene where police entered into an impaired operation investigation. The driver was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests. While at the detachment the accused refused to comply with a demand.

Pamela FILOCHOWSKI, 29-years-old, from Brampton, has been charged with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Failure or refusal to comply with demand.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and vehicle impounded for seven days.

On September 30, 2024, at approximately 3:40 p.m., an officer was on patrol on Burnham Street North in the Township of Hamilton, when they received an alert from the in car Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) regarding a suspended driver.

The corresponding vehicle was stopped and driver confirmed to be prohibited.

Garry SIMPSON, 67-years-old, from Gores Landing, has been arrested and charged with:

–      Operation while prohibited.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date and their vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Drivers are reminded that no amount of alcohol or drugs in your system is safe when driving. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. Arrive alive, drive sober.

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

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Officers from the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were out on patrol and responding to various calls with the goal of keeping our communities safe.

On August 30, 2024, at approximately 2:30 p.m., a member of the public made a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle travelling eastbound on Highway 401 towards the Municipality of Port Hope. The vehicle was described as being unable to maintain it’s lane.

Officers patrolled the highway and observed a vehicle matching the description provided by the caller. A traffic stop was conducted on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton. Following speaking with the driver, police made an Approved Screening Device (ASD) demand of which the driver complied. As a result, the motorist was arrested and transported to a local detachment for further tests.

Roman HAWRYLAK, 66-years-old, from Etobicoke, has been charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. Their licence was suspended for 90-days and vehicle impounded for seven.

On August 31, 2024, at approximately 7:50 p.m., police responded to a traffic complaint regarding a passenger vehicle travelling westbound on Highway 401 from the Township of Alnwick-Haldimand. The caller advised that the vehicle was unable to maintain it’s lane and was making abrupt movements.

Officers patrolled and observed a vehicle matching the description provided by the complainant. A traffic stop was conducted on Highway 401 in the Township of Hamilton.

Police observed items in the vehicle which led to the arrest of both occupants. A search was conducted which yielded further items believed to be stolen property and 108 grammes of suspected Cocaine. A disguise used to commit a theft under investigation by a municipality agency was discovered. A switchblade knife and scales were also among items seized by OPP. The approximate value of the suspected Cocaine is $9,720.

Brian CORMIER, 57-years-old, of no fixed abode, has been charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
• Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
• Theft under $5,000 – shoplifting
• Disguise with intent
• Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

Elysia ALLMAN, 37-years-old, of Oshawa, has been charged with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date.

On September 1, 2024, at approximately 11:20 a.m., police responded to a report of an assault on Saskatoon Avenue in the Municipality of Trent Hills.

Officers arrived and the accused had left the area prior to speaking with police. The complainant advised that the altercation escalated following a verbal interaction and the victim was assaulted by the individual who swung a piece of equipment used to carry items. The victim sustained minor injuries and declined treatment by Emergency Medical Services (EMS).

Through investigation, a 15-year-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was arrested and charged with:

• Assault with a weapon
• Breach of recognisance.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. They shall not be named due to the provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

On September 2, at approximately 8:00 a.m., OPP were conducting radar enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Municipality of Port Hope. A passenger vehicle was stopped and as a result of details provided by the occupants, the Canada Border Security Agency (CBSA) was contacted to attend.

A 26-year-old, from England was charged with a number of offences including:

• Fail to identify self
• Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
• Speeding 1 – 49 Km/h over posted limit
• Fail to surrender licence
• Fail to notify change of name.

The individual is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date. CBSA attended Northumberland and carried out their own investigation into the driver and a passenger.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – Members of the Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have been busy with various investigations and resulting arrests.

On July 1, 2024, at approximately, 10:30 a.m., police received a call for service regarding an assault at a residence in the Municipality of Trent Hills. Police arrived and the subject of the complaint shortly made himself available to police. The individual was arrested and taken into custody.

A 33-year-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, was charged with:

–      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm

–      Assault

–      Assault cause bodily harm – choke, suffocate or strangle

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property

The accused shall not be named to protect the identify of the victim and was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.

On July 1, 2024, shortly after 2:00 p.m., OPP responded to a traffic complaint regarding a vehicle travelling on County Road 25 in the Township of Cramahe. The vehicle was located and stopped by police. The driver was arrested for impaired operation and transported to a local detachment to undergo tests conducted by a Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE).

David DAWSON, 33-years-old, from the Township of Cramahe, has been charged with:

–      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

–      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine.

In addition to a future court date, a further 90-day Administrative Driver Licence Suspension (ADLS) and a seven-day vehicle impound was initiated as per statute.

On June 3, 2024, at approximately 10:45 a.m., OPP responded to a report of a fire at a residence in Campbellford. Officers arrived and the Municipality of Trent Hills Fire Department were already on scene. The fire was extinguished and it was determined there was nobody inside. The scene was held as the Ontario Fire Marshall (OFM) conducted an investigation into the incident also assisted by police. The structure was searched and following a month long investigation, the Northumberland OPP Crime Unit arrested an individual on July 2, 2024.

Gregory COMTOIS, 40-years-old, from the Municipality of Trent Hills, has been charged with:

–      Unauthorised Possession of a firearm.

The accused is due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On July 2, 2024, at approximately 6:40 a.m., OPP responded to a dispute at a residence in Hamilton Township. Police arrived at the location and the subject of the complaint was also a male that was sought in connection to an incident of mischief which occurred on May 19, 2024, in the Municipality of Port Hope.

A 33-year-old, of no fixed address was arrested and charged with:

–      Mischief – destroys or damages property

–      Fail to comply with probation order

–      Unlawfully in a dwelling house

–      Possession of a Schedule I substance – Cocaine

–      Theft under $5,000.

The accused was due to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

On July 7, 2024, at around 4:30 p.m., police again responded to a dispute at the same location in Hamilton Township. The same individual was arrested and charged with:

–      Failure to comply with undertaking

–      Fail to comply with probation order. 

The accused was held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice and shall not be named to protect the identity of the victims.

On July 8, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., police responded to a report of a Remotely Piloted Aerial System (RPAS) at the Warkworth Institution. Officers patrolled the area and stopped a vehicle nearby on County Road 29. Officers conducted an investigation and the driver was arrested.

Phong HOANG, 43-years-old, from Ottawa, has been charged with:

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

–      Conspiracy to commit summary conviction offence.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

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