On Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 3:50 p.m., Bracebridge OPP, along with Muskoka EMS and Gravenhurst Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a three-vehicle collision on Highway 11 South near Sparrow Lake Rte D in Gravenhurst. One of the involved vehicles was a motorcycle and the operator was trapped under another vehicle. The operator was freed and airlifted to a Toronto hospital where he is being treated for serious, non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of their investigation, police arrested and charged one driver, 18-year-old Gardiner Zinn of Angus, ON with:

• Impaired Operation
• Drive vehicle with Cannabis readily available.
• Drive motor vehicle in contravention of (G2) conditions

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge, ON on July 7, 2026 to answer to his charges.

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On Thursday, May 28, 2026, at 3:50 p.m., Bracebridge OPP, along with Muskoka Paramedic Services and Gravenhurst Fire Department responded to multiple reports of a three-vehicle collision on Highway 11 South near Sparrow Lake Rte D in Gravenhurst.

A motorcycle was struck from behind by a vehicle.

Witnesses reported that one involved vehicle was a motorcycle and that the operator was trapped under another vehicle. The operator was freed and has been transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Highway 11 South is closed at Kilworthy Road to allow for the ongoing investigation.

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On Saturday, May 23, 2026, at approximately 12:40 pm, officers responded to a call for service regarding reports of a single vehicle collision on Highway 11 southbound. Officers attended the scene and subsequently entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of the investigation Samantha Sangster, 31-years-old of South River, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on Tuesday, June 30, 2026.

Huntsville OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if they choose to consume alcohol or drugs. Consider using a designated driver, taxi, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to operate a vehicle safely.

If you suspect someone is operating a vehicle of any kind while impaired, call 9-1-1. To report suspicious or unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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On Saturday, May 16, 2026, just after 12:00 am, members of the Aurora OPP along with Orillia OPP responded to a report of a motor vehicle driving erratically on Highway 400 NB through the City of Barrie. Officers located the vehicle on Highway 11 NB in the Township of Oro-Medonte and attempted to initiate a traffic stop. The vehicle continued, and a tire deflation device was subsequently deployed, after which the vehicle came to a stop a short distance away.

As a result of the investigation, Nikola Pejic, 53-years-old of Temagami, has been charged with the following offences:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Flight from peace officer – two counts
• Dangerous operation – two counts
• Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code – two counts
• Assault Police Officer with a weapon – three counts
• Fail to Comply with Undertaking
• Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The accused has been held in custody to appear for a bail hearing on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 14 days.

The OPP ask any members of the public who witnessed the collision, or have any dashcam footage, to please contact the Orillia OPP Detachment at 1-888-310-1122, referencing occurrence E260661251. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

The OPP reminds motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911.

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On Friday, May 15, 2026 at approximately 10:51 pm, officers responded to a call for service regarding a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 11 on-ramp. Officers located the unoccupied vehicle and shortly after located the driver at a nearby business.

As a result of the investigation Kyle Buckley, 40-years-old of Bracebridge, has been charged with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

·      Careless driving

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on Tuesday, June 23, 2026.

The OPP reminds motorists to plan ahead if they choose to consume alcohol or drugs. Consider using a designated driver, taxi, public transit, or stay overnight. Any amount of alcohol or drugs can impair your ability to operate a vehicle safely.

If you suspect someone is operating a vehicle of any kind while impaired, call 9-1-1. To report suspicious or unlawful activity, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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On Thursday, April 16, 2026, at approximately 7:30 a.m., an unmarked Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) vehicle with its emergency lights activated was merging onto Highway 11 northbound from Forestview Road when a collision occurred involving a dump truck and a school bus. The driver of the dump truck and three youths from the school bus were transported to a local hospital.

The Highway 11 northbound Forestview Road off-ramp was temporarily closed for investigation and has since reopened.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide further information.

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A 29-year-old male was charged for stunt driving after he was observed going 153km/h in a posted 90km/h zone on Highway 11 North, in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

A 21-year-old male G2 driver was charged for stunt driving after he was observed going 144km/h in a posted 90km/h zone on Highway 11 North, in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

A 19-year-old female was charged for stunt driving after she was observed going 189km/h in a posted 100km/h zone on Highway 400, in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

A 17-year-old female was charged for stunt driving after he was observed going 163km/h in a posted 100km/h zone on Highway 400, in the Township of Oro-Medonte.

Further to the above incidents, an 18-year-old male was charged after a traffic stop for failing to display two licence plates, in the City of Orillia. During the investigation, officers learned the male was operating a vehicle without an ignition lock system, a condition placed on the male’s licence.

The OPP reminds all motorists that excessive speed and aggressive driving behaviour poses serious risks to everyone on the road. Officers will continue proactive enforcement efforts to promote safe driving across the region.

Anyone who witnesses dangerous driving is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca or by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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On Sunday March 22, 2026 at 2:25 a.m., Bracebridge OPP officers responded to multiple 9-1-1 calls about a pickup truck travelling north in the southbound lanes of Highway 11 in Bracebridge. The vehicle travelled some distance before turning around and travelling south. Officers were able to stop the vehicle and subsequently arrested and charged 47-year-old Christopher Dardarian of Etobicoke, ON with the following:

·      Impaired operation

·      Over 80

·      Dangerous operation

·      Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available

·      Drive motor vehicle in contravention of conditions (HTA)

He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 5, 2026 to answer to his charges.

If you suspect someone is driving a vehicle of any kind while impaired, please call 9-1-1. Police will make every effort to locate the involved vehicle and conduct an investigation, many times, these investigations result in charges and removing impaired drivers from Muskoka roads.

For more information on impaired driving, please visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving.

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On March 18, 2026, just after 8:00 p.m, an officer was conducting general patrol on Barrie Road near West Street in the City of Orillia when they observed a motor vehicle commit an offence under the Highway Traffic Act (HTA). A traffic stop was subsequently conducted. Upon speaking with the driver, the officer learned that they were a prohibited driver for a Criminal Code (CC) conviction.

As a result, Andrew Jenkins (36) of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

–      Operation while Prohibited under the Criminal Code

–      Drive without Proper Headlights, and

–      Operate a Motor Vehicle Without Insurance

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date and their vehicle has been impounded for 45 days.

On March 19, 2026, just before 3:00 a.m, officers were conducting general patrol on Highway 12 near West Street in the City of Orillia when they received an ALPR alert for a Highway Traffic Act offence for a vehicle. A traffic stop was conducted on the suspect vehicle, and through investigation, officers learned the driver had been a suspended driver in the Province of Ontario since 2006.

A 45-year-old from Richmond, British Columbia, is facing the following charges:

–      Driving while under suspension, and

–      Drive motor vehicle, no currently validated permit.

The driver was served with a future court date to answer to the charges.

On March 19, 2026, at around 2:45 p.m, an officer was conducting speed enforcement on Highway 11 in the Township of Oro-Medonte when they observed a vehicle travelling at a notably high rate of speed. The vehicle was found to be travelling at 141km/hr in a posted 90km/hr zone.

A 45-year-old from North Bay is facing the following charge:

–      Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform stunt – Excessive speed

As a result, their vehicle has been impounded for 14 days, their licence suspended for 30 days, and the driver was served with a future court date to answer to the charge.

On March 19, 2026, just after 5:00 p.m, officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle parked in the area of University Avenue and Old Barrie Road in the City of Orillia. Upon locating the suspect vehicle, officers entered into an Impaired Operation investigation. After failing a roadside screening device, the driver was arrested and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Terry Burton (71) of Oro-Medonte is facing the following charge:

–      Operation while Impaired – 80 plus

The accused was released with a future court date. Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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On Tuesday, March 17, at approximately 6:00 a.m., members of the Orillia OPP Detachment responded to multiple motor vehicle collisions on Highway 11 caused by severe and rapidly changing winter weather conditions. Both northbound lanes of Highway 11, between Line 11 and Memorial Avenue in Orillia, were closed for approximately one hour while officers managed several collisions in the area. No injuries have been reported at this time.

Ten collisions have been cleared since early this morning, with several other vehicles still awaiting removal from the roadway. Motorists may continue to experience delays as cleanup and recovery efforts continue.

The OPP is reminding all motorists to exercise extreme caution during winter weather events. Drivers are urged to adjust their driving behaviour to the conditions, reduce speed, and maintain a safe following distance. Weather can deteriorate quickly, and even short sections of roadway can vary significantly in traction and visibility.

Motorists are encouraged to check weather forecasts and road condition updates before travelling. Allow extra time to reach your destination, leave early where possible, and be prepared for sudden changes in driving conditions. Slowing down and planning ahead can significantly reduce the risk of collisions during winter weather.

The OPP continues to work closely with emergency partners and road maintenance crews to ensure public safety on area highways.

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