The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals in relation to weapons call in the area of Davey Drive in the City of Orillia.
On July 12, 2023, shortly after 4:00 p.m., police were dispatched to the area of Davey Drive, Orillia, after reports of a gun shot.
Police were provided with a description of a motor vehicle leaving the area and quickly located and stopped the vehicle. One officer sustained minor injuries during the traffic stop. The Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine unit, Forensic Identification Services (FIS), Scene Of Crime Officer (SOCO), and Aviation units began searching the area, a firearm and magazine were recovered.
As a result, Christoff Brown; 28-year-old, from Toronto has been charged with:
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Possession of Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts
- Possession of Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts
- Possession of Schedule I Substance for Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
- Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammo
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
- Possession of Prohibited Device for a Dangerous Purpose
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Firearm – Use While Committing Offence
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Under $5000;
As well, Courtney Ottey; 28-year-old, from Brantford has been charged with:
- Flight from Peace Officer
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Dangerous Operation
- Possession of Schedule I Substance for Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
- Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammo
- Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was a Firearm
- Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon
- Possession of Prohibited Device for a Dangerous Purpose
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Firearm – Use While Committing Offence
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – Under $5000
- Assault a Peace Officer with a Weapon
Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges on July 13, 2023. Orillia OPP believe this to be an isolated incident and believe no danger to the general public exists. The investigation is ongoing at this time.
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.
