Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Almaguin Highlands Detachment investigated an incident involving an off-road vehicle that occurred on September 22, 2026, shortly after 6:00 p.m.
Officers observed an off-road vehicle being operated on a roadway without a licence plate. When Officers attempted to stop the vehicle, the driver failed to comply by evading police at a high rate of speed. As a result of the investigation, the driver was quickly identified and located.
As a result, a 16-year-old from McMurrich-Monteith Township has been charged with:
· Dangerous Operation
· Flight from Peace Officer
· Fail to Stop for Police
· Drive Motor Vehicle, No Plates
· Owner Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance
For incidents where an off-road vehicle is being operated illegally or in an unsafe manner please contact the Almaguin Highlands OPP at 1-888-310-1122. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).
The OPP reminds the public that off-road vehicles must be operated in accordance with Ontario laws and regulations. Riders are encouraged to educate themselves where off-road vehicles may be legally operated and to do so safely and responsibly. For information regarding off-road vehicle rules and regulations, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/document/official-mto-drivers-handbook/off-road-vehicles-snowmobiles
