The Bancroft Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police has charged one person following a short pursuit.
On Friday, July 18, 2025, shortly after 8:00 a.m., Bancroft OPP officers were advised from the Haliburton OPP that there was a stolen vehicle entering the area that they were currently pursuing. A tire deflation device was deployed, bringing the vehicle to a stop.
As a result, Simon Boucher, age 23, of Quebec was charged with:
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- Flight from peach officer
- Dangerous operation
The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville on July 21, 2025.
