As a result of the investigation, a 50-year-old man from Innisfil was arrested and charged with the following  offences: 

• Driving while under suspension – Section 53(1) of the Highway Traffic Act (x3) • Owner operate motor vehicle on highway – no insurance – Section 2(1)(a) of the Compulsory  Automobile Insurance Act 
• Operation while prohibited – Section 320.18(1) of the Criminal Code 

The accused driver’s license has been suspended, and his vehicle impounded. He is scheduled to appear  in court on May 28, 2026. 

Operating a motor vehicle while suspended and without insurance is a serious offence that places all road  users at risk and undermines public safety. This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of  complying with driver’s license, vehicle validation, and insurance requirements. The South Simcoe Police Service remains dedicated to protecting our communities and ensuring safe roadways for all users.

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On Monday, March 2, 2026, at approximately 2:00 p.m., a member of the North Bay OPP stopped a vehicle observed travelling 113 km/h in a posted 90 km/h zone.

During the stop, the officer observed a bag containing suspected cocaine. The officer also noted signs consistent with drug impairment. The driver was arrested and transported to the Cache Bay (West Nipissing) OPP Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Brian SLOAN, 51 years of age, of North Bay, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – drugs

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

·        Diving while under suspension

·        Possess unmarked cigarettes

·        Speeding 23 km/h over posted limit

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in North Bay on April 7, 2026. The driver was also issued a 90‑day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension (ADLS), and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving, whether by alcohol or drugs, puts everyone at risk. If you suspect a driver is impaired, call 9‑1‑1 and report it.

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On February 25, 2026, members of the North East Region CSCU assisted by West Parry Sound OPP and Anishinabek Police Service executed a drug warrant at a residence on Miller Street in the Town of Parry Sound.

A search of the residence, officers seized a quantity of drugs suspected to be crack cocaine with an estimated street value of $1200 and over $3000 in Canadian currency.

A 17-year-old from Grand Valley Ontario was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000.00

The youth who cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on March 25, 2026

Jesse Coombs, 44 years-of-age from Parry Sound was arrested and charged with:

• Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on April 16, 2026.

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An officer conducted a traffic stop on Highway 12 in the Township of Tay on March 2, 2026 at approximately 1:15 p.m. after observing a vehicle being driven in an erratic manner. Upon speaking with the driver, officers noted signs of alcohol impairment. A roadside screening device test was administered, registering a “Fail.” The driver was arrested and transported to detachment. Open alcohol was located inside the vehicle.

Zack ZUMMACH, 33 years, of Bala faces the following charges:

• Impaired Operation
• Operation Over 80 mg
• Dangerous Driving
• Drive Motor Vehicle with Unsealed Container of Liquor

In a separate impaired investigation, officers conducting a RIDE spot check on Vindin Street in Midland on February 28, 2026 at approximately 3:30 a.m. spoke with a driver believed to be under the influence of alcohol. A roadside test was administered, resulting in a “Fail.” The driver was arrested and transported to detachment for further testing.

Ryan MOORE, 24 years, of Penetanguishene faces the following charges:

• Operation While Impaired
• Operation Over 80 mg

During a patrol in Penetanguishene on February 28, 2026 at approximately 12:30 p.m., an officer received an ALPR alert for a vehicle travelling on Fuller Avenue. The driver was confirmed to be prohibited under the Criminal Code. The driver was arrested and released at the scene, and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Joseph JURMAIN, 73 years, of Penetanguishene

• Operation While Prohibited

On March 1, 2026 at approximately 11:45 a.m., officers stopped a vehicle on County Road 6 in the Township of Tiny. Officers learned that the driver was prohibited under the Criminal Code and was additionally committing Highway Traffic Act offences. The driver was arrested and released at the scene, and the vehicle was impounded for 45 days.

Murray SANDY, 49 years, of Christian Island

• Operation While Prohibited
• Drive Motor Vehicle – No Licence
• Drive Motor Vehicle – Not Equipped with Ignition Interlock Device

All the accused individuals in these occurrences were released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Midland on April 9, 2026.

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On Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 4:30 a.m. Bracebridge OPP were dispatched to a break and enter in progress at an address on Pinedale Road in Gravenhurst. The victim reported that a woman had broken into their home through a window. No injuries were reported.

Police arrived and located the woman still inside the residence and subsequently arrested and charged 35-year-old Emma DUPUIS of Bracebridge, ON with Break and Enter and Fail to Comply with Release Order. She will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on May 26, 2026 to answer to her charges.

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On Monday, March 2, 2026, Bracebridge OPP began investigating a dangerous situation that occurred at a fuel station located on Muskoka Road South in Gravenhurst on Sunday, March 1, 2026, at 6:40 p.m. Three individuals, older teens or young adults, arrived, two of whom were pushing a black vehicle toward the gas pump and when they got close to the pump, one person began dispensing gas into the vehicle. Another person in the group attempted to light the fuel on fire, as it was being dispensed, and was successful, causing a considerable fire to start on the vehicle. The quick-thinking attendant shut the fuel off to the gas pump and arrived with a fire extinguisher.

This incident was quite dangerous and had the potential to cause significant harm as well as property damage.

The investigation is ongoing and anyone with information is asked to call Bracebridge OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or if you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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On Friday February 27, 2026 at 11:35 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officers was on patrol in the town of Bracebridge, conducted a traffic stop on Wellington Street and entered into a Highway Traffic Act investigation. During the officers investigation, alcohol became a factor to consider and police subsequently arrested and charged 31-year-old Jacob HARDING of Port Carling, ON with Impaired Operation – Over 80. He will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice on April 14, 2026 to answer to his charge.

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 Friday February 27, 2026, at approximately 4:00 p.m., members of the Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Parry Sound District Paramedic Services responded to a report of an individual in medical distress at a residence on Park Road in Kearney. Upon arrival, officers located one person with injuries consistent with a stabbing. The individual was transported by paramedics to hospital for treatment.

As a result of the investigation, Malcom BARLOW, 22 years old, of Kearney, has been charged with the following offences, contrary to the Criminal Code:

• Attempt to Commit Murder, section 239(1)(b)
• Aggravated Assault, section 268

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on Monday, March 2, 2026.

The Almaguin Highlands Crime Unit is continuing the investigation under the direction of the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the Almaguin Highlands Crime Unit at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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On February 20, 2026 at approximately 6:35 p.m. a female was struck by a vehicle and later transported to hospital with various injuries.

The Huntsville O.P.P. are seeking the public’s assistance to share any observations or dash cam video of the incident.

If you have information, please contact the Huntsville O.P.P. at 705-789-5551 or the non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122.

You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com. When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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