On Tuesday October 20, 2026, at 5:58 p.m. officers from the Orillia OPP responded to a motor vehicle collision on Memorial Avenue in the City of Orillia, involving a car and a motorcycle. As a result of the collision one person was transported to hospital with serious non-life-threatening injuries.

An investigation was completed with the assistance of the Traffic Incident Management Enforcement (TIME) team.

As a result of the investigation a 73-year-old from Ramara Township, ON was charged with Careless Driving.

The Orillia Detachment values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at ontariocrimestoppers.ca For non emergencies, contact the OPP at 1 888 310 1122. In an emergency, call 9 1 1.

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On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at 5:45 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a report of a break and enter at a car wash location on Talisman Drive in Gravenhurst. The caller was able to provide identifying information, and officers arrested four individuals nearby.

Police have charged 26-year-old Jessica Bygrace of West Grey Twp, 42-year-old Tyler KELLY of Huntsville, and 46-year-old Joseph Yateman of Huntsville, ON with:

·      Possession of Break In Instruments

·      Traffick in Schedule I substance (Methamphetamine)

·      Mischief

·      Possess – credit card data

Police have also charged 56-year-old John Strub of Kitchener, ON with:

·      Possession of Break In Instruments

·      Traffick in Schedule I substance (Methamphetamine)

·      Mischief

·      Possess – credit card data

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000 X 2

The accused parties will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on January 12, 2027 to answer to their charges.

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On Sunday, October 18, 2026, just after 1:00 a.m., members of the Central Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) were proactively patrolling the Gravenhurst area and conducted an investigation into a suspicious vehicle that was parked on Barnes Road. During the course of their investigation, officers discovered items consistent with the trafficking of contraband into the nearby correctional institution, including a drone.

Police have charged 27-year-old Sabrina Landry of Laval, Quebec with:

·      Possession of Schedule I substance (Methamphetamine) for the purposes of Trafficking

·      Possession for the Purpose of Distributing X 2

·      Possession of Contraband…before visitor control point in a penitentiary X 2

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking

She was held for a bail hearing later that day in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge, subsequently released and will appear next on November 17, 2026 to answer to her charges.

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On October 17, 2026, at approximately 3:07 p.m., officers responded to a traffic complaint and located the suspect vehicle on Balm Beach Road in the Town of Midland. As a result of the investigation, officers arrested the driver.

As a result, Dianne Selley, 64 years of age, of Midland, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Dangerous operation

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.

On October 18, 2026, officers responded to a complaint regarding a pickup truck that had been running unattended in the parking lot of 559 King Street for an extended period. Officers located a male slumped over the steering wheel and observed drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. An impaired driving investigation was initiated.

As a result, George Michalek, of Tiny Township, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on November 26, 2026, at 9:30 a.m.

On October 19, 2026, officers observed a vehicle fail to stop for a red light and travelling at a high rate of speed on Hugel Avenue. A traffic stop was conducted, and officers initiated an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Ethan Sandy, 21 years of age, of Orillia, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Dangerous operation
• Fail to comply with a release order
• Fail to comply with a probation order
• Drive while under suspension
• Novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

In addition to the charges, the drivers were subject to Administrative Driver’s License Suspensions, and vehicles were impounded as prescribed under provincial legislation.

The Southern Georgian Bay OPP remains committed to keeping roads and communities safe through proactive enforcement and public reporting. Impaired driving continues to be a leading cause of preventable injuries and deaths on Ontario roadways.

If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information regarding unlawful activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers through ontariocrimestoppers.ca

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The Almaguin Highlands OPP is asking the public to review any video footage from security cameras or dashcams in the area. Anyone who may have information about these break and enters, suspicious persons or vehicles in the area is asked to contact the Almaguin Highlands OPP at 1-888-310-1122.

You can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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On June 12, 2026, police responded to a report of a stolen boat and trailer in the area of Islington Avenue and Highway 7 in Vaughan.

It was learned that multiple suspects arrived in two vehicles, one of which had been reported stolen. A short time later, both vehicles were seen leaving the area, with one vehicle towing a stolen 23-foot motorboat and trailer.

On August 21, 2026, the stolen vehicle used in the theft of the motorboat and trailer was recovered by Barrie Police.

As the investigation was ongoing, investigators were in the Barrie area on October 7, 2026, when they began following a stolen vehicle with a trailer attached to it. While doing so, a second vehicle was observed to be traveling in tandem with the stolen vehicle.

The stolen vehicle and trailer were followed to the area of Weston Road and Langstaff Road in Vaughan, where the driver and passenger were arrested.

The second vehicle left the area and, with the assistance of Air2 and uniform patrol officers, the vehicle was stopped in Barrie. The vehicle was determined to be stolen and the driver was arrested.

A fourth suspect has been identified as William FREEMAN, 39, of Midland, in relation to the incident on June 12, 2026. A warrant for his arrest has been issued as investigators have been unable to locate him.

Investigators are releasing a photo of one of the suspects charged, Michael KWIAS, 45, of Barrie, as he is believed to involved in similar incidents.

Wanted: William FREEMAN, 39, of Midland (Pictured)	Charges: Theft Exceeding $5,000 x2
Charged: Michael KWIAS, 45, of Barrie	Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding $5,000 x6 Fail to Comply with Release Order x11 Theft Exceeding $5,000 x3 Utter Forged Documents x2 Dangerous Operation Possession of Break-In Instrument
Darryl TOWNSEND, 51, of Barrie Jovan RAJKOVIC, 40, of Brampton	Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Exceeding $5,000 x2 Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Not Exceeding $5,000 Possession of Break-In Instrument

Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police #4 District Criminal Investigations Bureau at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7445. Anonymous tips can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS,

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On October 19, 2026, at 12:35 p.m., the Huntsville O.P.P. located a vehicle travelling well below the posted speed limit southbound on Highway 11 near Allensville Road. The vehicle was observed to have its hood open which covered the entire windshield, while the vehicle was travelling on the highway.

Due to the danger posed by the driver operating the vehicle in this manner, officers made gentle contact with the vehicle and slowly directed the vehicle safely onto the southbound shoulder.

As a result of the investigation, Roxanne Boisvert, 38 years old of West Nipissing Ontario has been charged with:

·      Dangerous Operation of Motor Vehicle

·      Drive while suspended

·      Fail to Stop for police

·      Drive with Cannabis readily available

·      Operate Motor vehicle with no Insurance

·      Drive Motor Vehicle with Obstructed Windshield

There were no injuries to anyone and only minor damage to one police vehicle.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 17, 2026

If you suspect that someone is driving unsafely and posing a risk to others call 9-1-1 to report it.

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On Sunday, October 18, 226 at approximately 3:48pm, OPP officers were dispatched to a single vehicle motor vehicle collision on Macks Rd in the Port Sydney area. Upon arrival, the on-scene fire department was working to extinguish the fully engulfed vehicle. One person was pronounced deceased at the scene. The victim’s identity is not being released out of respect for the family’s privacy.

Investigators ask that anyone who may have witnessed the collision or have surveillance/dashcam video to contact the Huntsville OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or opp.huntsville@opp.ca.

To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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On Saturday, October 17, 2026, at approximately 3:47 a.m., officers responded to a report of a motor vehicle in a ditch, near Highway 35 in the Township of Minden Hills. Officers arrived at the scene and quickly entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Omar TAaibi, 22 years old of London, was arrested and charged with:

Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

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

In addition to the charge, the driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days, and their vehicle was impounded for seven days.

Members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP remain committed to keeping local roads and communities safe through proactive enforcement and strong community partnerships.

If you suspect someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately.

Anyone with information regarding unlawful activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122.  To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.khcrimestoppers.com.

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During the very early morning hours of Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:15 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the condition of a driver on Rainbow Lane in Bracebridge. Officers arrived and intercepted the vehicle and began an investigation into the circumstances. Police have arrested and charged 34-year-old Michelle HOLLINGSHEAD, of Bracebridge, ON, with:

• Operation while Impaired
• Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand
• Resist Peace Officer
• Assault Peace Officer X 2
• Mischief Over $5000

She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 23, 2026 to answer to her charges.

On Friday, October 16, 2026 at 8:40 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to a concern from a member of the public about the condition of a driver in a commercial parking lot on Muskoka Road 118 in Bracebridge. Officers located the vehicle and subsequently arrested and charged 36-year-old Mosses JOHNSON of Sudbury, ON with Operation while Impaired- Drug. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 24, 2026 to answer to his charge.

On Friday, October 16, 2026, at 11:40 p.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer was conducting proactive patrols in Bracebridge and conducted a traffic stop on Muskoka Road 118 near Pearcey Road. Police subsequently arrested and charged 40-year-old Brett BEAUCOCK of Fonthill, ON with Operation while Impaired and Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 24, 2026 to answer to his charges.

On Saturday, October 17, 2026, at 11:00 p.m., Bracebridge OPP officers were conducting a RIDE (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) program on Ecclestone Drive at Robert Dollar Drive in Bracebridge. After an interaction with one driver, police subsequently arrested and charged 31-year-old Christopher EDWARDS of Little Britain, ON with Operation while Impaired, Over 80 and Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on November 24, 2026 to answer to his charges.

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