On October 29, 2025, just before 10:00 pm, an officer was stationary at Atherley Road near Highway 12 assisting with traffic control from an earlier motor vehicle collision while the intersection was being cleaned. While the officer was out of the vehicle directing traffic, they observed a recreational vehicle (RV) travelling at a high rate of speed towards the cruiser. The RV ultimately collided with the police cruiser, causing significant damage, and then proceeded towards the other vehicles and workers in the area. Numerous members of the Orillia OPP, with assistance from Rama First Nations Police Service, began following the suspect vehicle on Highway 12 towards Ramara Township.

The RV was located a short time later and two parties were arrested. The occupants of the RV were both transported to a local hospital for assessment, and were cleared with minor injuries. Both involved parties are facing various criminal charges.

Christopher Draper, 41-year-old of No Fixed Address, has been charged with the following:

–      Dangerous operation – three counts,

–      Flight from peace officer – two counts,

–      Failure to stop after accident,

–      Mischief Over $5,000 – two counts,

–      Assault Peace Officer with a weapon – two counts,

–      Failure to comply with undertaking, and

–      Failure to comply with release order.

Amanda Hustler, 38-year-old of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

–      Failure to comply with release order (CC) – two counts.

Both parties are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on today’s date.

Members of the Technical Collision Investigation (TCI) Unit attended the various scenes along Highway 12 to process them as part of the investigation, and the area has since been fully reopened.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information, including dashcam footage, is asked to contact the Orillia OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference E251471566.

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On July 20, 2025, shortly before 10:00 p.m., officers from Orillia OPP were dispatched to a disturbance call at a local business near West Street South and Highway 12 South in the City of Orillia. Officers arrived at scene and located all the parties involved. The Orillia Major Crime Unit (MCU) along with the Orillia OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) were called in to assist with the investigation. The Orillia OPP determined that there was no threat to public safety, and it is believed to have been an isolated incident.

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 have information about this investigation or cell phone footage please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 and reference E250965357 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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On May 8, 2025, just before 2:00 pm, an officer from the Orillia OPP was conducting traffic enforcement on Highway 12 in the Township of Ramara, when they were alerted to a possible traffic infraction while operating a cruiser equipped with an Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR). The officer received a notification that an Ontario licence plate was showing “Missing.” Subsequently, a traffic stop was conducted.

The driver of the motor vehicle was found to have outstanding Warrants from out of province. The driver was arrested, and the officer entered into a Criminal Investigation. During a search of the accused and the surrounding area of the vehicle, the officer located a quantity of Methamphetamine. The additional two passengers of the motor vehicle, as well as the driver, were arrested as well under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. Further search of the vehicle located replica firearms, as well as other drug paraphernalia.

The three arrested parties were transported to the Orillia OPP Detachment so the investigation could continue. As a result, three parties were charged with the following offences:

Daniel RENAUD, 34-year-old of Bowmanville, was charged with:

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

–       Possession of a Firearm or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order x6

–       Failure to Comply with Prohibition Order

–       Possession of a Schedule I Substance x3 and

–       Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking

Renaud was held in custody to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia the following day.

Cleveland JOHNSTON, 53-year-old of Bowmanville, was charged with:

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

–       Fail to Comply with Probation Order and

–       Possession of a Schedule I Substance x3

Johnston was held in custody to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia the following day.

Emma GROVES-McMillen, 21-year-old of Clarington, was charged with:

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

–       Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 and

–       Possession of a Schedule I Substance x2

Groves-McMillen was released from custody and is to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date.

Additionally, numerous credit cards, Canadian currency, as well as Methamphetamine, Fentanyl, and Cocaine were seized as part of the investigation.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (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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Upon arrival at approximately 2:36 a.m. May 4, 2025, officers safely secured the scene before trying to awake the lone driver and upon arousal the officers entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result, Andrew Champaigne 61 years of Tay Township has been charged criminally with the following driving offences.

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the May 15, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 7 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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The officer conducted the traffic stop of an eastbound vehicle that was travelling in excess of 40 km/hr over the posted 60 km/hr zone at approximately 11:41 p.m. May 2, 2025 near the intersection of Franke Kindred Road and Highway 12 and upon speaking to the driver entered into an impaired driving investigation.

As a result of this investigation, Michael FINNAMORE 35 years of Port Severn has been charged criminally with the following driving related offences.

• Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs
• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
• Stunt Driving Excessive Speed contrary to the Highway Traffic Act

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the May 15, 2025, and was also served a 90 day drivers licence suspension. The involved vehicle was towed and subject to a 14 day vehicle impound in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

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Orillia OPP were contacted shortly after 3:00 a.m. on March 18, 2025, for a mother being taken to a local area hospital in labour. The trip to the hospital did not go as planned when the mother began giving birth to the child in the vehicle. Officers arrived on scene to a beautiful healthy baby girl having been born. Officers stayed with the family to ensure the safety of mother and child along with the Township of Ramara Fire department until the Township of Ramara EMS and Simcoe Paramedics could arrive to provide the safe transport of mom and baby to a local hospital. Both Mother and Baby were in good spirits.

The OPP would like to welcome Baby Raven to the world and Congratulate Xiaoxue CHEN (Mom) and Pablo PETRACO (Dad) and Wolf (Brother) on the safe arrival of their new bundle of joy.

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On March 15, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., Orillia OPP, Simcoe County Paramedic Service, Orillia Fire Department, Township of Ramara Fire Department, and Air Ambulance were dispatched to Highway 12 and Memorial Avenue in the City of Orillia, for a vehicle swerving in and out of traffic. Orillia OPP then received a second report of a multi-vehicle collision where one vehicle caught fire.

Officers arrived on scene and one individual has been air lifted to a Toronto area hospital with serious injuries and a second individual was transported to a local area hospital.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team are at the scene and are assisting with the investigation. Highway 12 South between Memorial Avenue and West Street South is currently closed due to the incident. Traveler’s are asked to avoid the area while officers investigate.

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On March 6, 2025, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were alerted by a member of the public of a possible intoxicated person leaving a local restaurant in a motor vehicle. Officers quickly began patrols in the area and located the vehicle shortly after on Highway 12.

OPP say the driver blew three times the legal limit.

As a result, Shelby Johnston; 30-year-old, from Oro-Medonte, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

·      Operation while impaired by alcohol

·      Operation while impaired – 80 plus

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On February 22, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., officers of Orillia OPP, along with Orillia Fire and Simcoe County Paramedics were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at Hwy 12 & Atherley Rd. Upon arrival, officers observed both a snowmobile and motor vehicle with substantial damage.

As a result of the collision, two injured parties were transported to Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital with serious life altering injuries.

Investigation is ongoing and the Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement unit (TIME) will be assisting. The intersection remains closed currently. We ask anyone with dashcam footage of the collision please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 to assist with the investigation.

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On January 18, 2025, just before 3:45 pm, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a two vehicle collision on Highway 12 at Mississaga Street in the City of Orillia. Numerous witnesses called in to report the collision, indicating that one of the vehicles was possibly on fire. Orillia OPP were assisted by Orillia Fire as well as Simcoe County Ambulance who attended the scene. The roadway was closed for approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

As a result of the collision, both drivers were transported to Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital with minor, non-life-threatening injuries.

The at fault driver was charged with Red Light – Fail to Stop and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

While first responders were on scene of the accident, they noted numerous drivers failing to follow officer directions, leading to vehicles driving through the scene of the accident which could slow emergency response time and causing risk to first responders on scene. Orillia OPP remind motorists to watch for emergency services and follow any directions given by officers. Any motorist failing to do so could face charges under the Highway Traffic Act including but not limited to Disobey Officer Directing Traffic, or Drive on Closed Highway. This ensures the safety of all those involved at the scene of collisions.

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