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Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON)  – On July 3,10:23 p.m.., Huntsville OPP officers were advised of an erratic driver northbound on Highway 11 approaching Huntsville. Officers patrolled the highway and the main arteries into Huntsville, eventually locating the vehicle on West Road.

Officers identified two male occupants inside the vehicle. The driver was quickly identified as being a suspended driver and was arrested. During the arrest, officers observed suspected controlled substance in the vehicle. Both males were arrested and during a search a quantity of suspected cocaine and fentanyl was located. Sums of Canadian currency were also located on the two males.

 As a result of the investigation, the two occupants were arrested and charged.

Shemar LOVELL, 22 years old of Huntsville ON is charged:

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking  X 2

Jamol WINT, 29 years old of St. Catherines ON is charged:

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking  X 2

·      Drive motor vehicle while suspended

·      Fail to stop at stop sign

The accused were all released from police custody and are all to attend court at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on August 5, 2025. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. 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.crimestoppers.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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Armed Home Invasion – 6 In Custody

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a home invasion in the Hillside area.

On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, shortly before 5:00 a.m., officers received reports of an armed home invasion at a private residence in the Hillside area, east of Huntsville. As the situation developed, the investigation extended beyond the original location, prompting the closure of Highway 11 in both directions-between Severn River Road and Coopers Falls Road, and between Canning Road and Graham Road. The highway has since fully reopened. A hold and secure order was also issued during the incident but has now been lifted.

A number of specialized units were deployed to the area, including the OPP’s Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Emergency Response Team (ERT) and Canine Unit. Aviation Services assisted with aerial support, while crisis negotiators and crime units were actively engaged in the response. The OPP also worked closely with CN Police due to the proximity of rail lines, and with Ministry of Transportation (MTO) and emergency medical services partners to ensure public safety and support operational needs. 

Following the investigation, six individuals have been taken into custody. Investigators believe additional suspects remain at large, along with a silver Honda CRV with an Ontario plate of CZFE 895. The OPP urges the public to remain vigilant and promptly report any suspicious activity to police.

This investigation remains ongoing, and more information will be released when available. Residents of the area should expect to continue to see an increased police presence.

Anyone with any information that may assist the investigation is asked to contact the Huntsville OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- 8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.  

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3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three drivers for impaired related offenses over the Canada Day Long Weekend.

On June 28, 2025 at 12:47 a.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. checkpoint on Main St West, when they suspected a driver to have alcohol in their body.  

As a result of the investigation, Rickie DOODHNAUGHT, 44 years old of Brampton Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)

The accused is set to appear in court July 29, 2025 at Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario,

On June 28, 2025 at 6:24 p.m., the Huntsville OPP were on patrol on Landsdowne Street when they observed a male driving who was believed to have been consuming alcohol earlier. A vehicle stop was done to check the sobriety of the driver. The driver was arrested for impaired driving.

As a result of the investigation, Kevin SEWELL, 36 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand (Breath)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 29, 2025.

On June 29, 2025 at 10:21 p.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting on patrol on Harp Lake Road when they observed a male on an ATV with no helmet.  When officers tried to conduct a traffic stop, the driver fled from police. Police soon after located the driver and suspected alcohol in his body.

As a result of the investigation, Donald GALLAGHER, 54 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)

·      CC 320.17 Flight from peace officer

·      HTA 53(1) Driving while under suspension x 2

·      Numerous provincial offenses

The accused is set to appear in court August 5, 2025 at Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario,

All 3 drivers have had their vehicles impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

We all play a part in stopping impaired driving! If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. 

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

Learn more about the consequences and penalties of driving impaired at: Impaired driving | ontario.ca

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Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On June 27 at 1:45am, Huntsville OPP officers were notified that the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) had identified a vehicle belonging to a wanted person.

During the traffic stop by police, a prohibited weapon and several different Controlled Substances were located.   

As a result of the investigation, the following people have been charged;

Jason Benson, 41 years old of Swastika Ontario

Jessica Benson, 39 years old of Swastika Ontario

Mitchell Holmes, 31 years old of Kirkland Lake Ontario

Have been charged with joint possession of;

*Prohibited device

*Possession Weapon for dangerous purpose

*Possession Scheduled 1 Substance x 3

All three accused were held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. 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.crimestoppers.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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3 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – The Huntsville Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested three drivers for impaired related offenses in the past 7 days.

On June 17, 2025 at 10:49p.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting general patrol on Hanes Rd, when they observed a vehicle driving poorly. A traffic stop resulted in officers suspecting the driver to have alcohol in his body.

As a result of the investigation, Troy TURNER, 57 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)

The accused is set to appear in court July 15, 2025 at Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario,

On June 19, 2025 at 7:34p.m., the Huntsville OPP were dispatched to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Hidden valley Rd. The investigation resulted in the drivers arrest for impaired operation.

As a result of the investigation, Kathleen QUINLAN, 51 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 22, 2025.

On June 22, 2025 at 12:20a.m., the Huntsville OPP were conducting a R.I.D.E. (Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere) check on Main St West, when they suspected a driver to have alcohol in their body.  

As a result of the investigation, Rasmeen MASUTA, 24 years old of Brampton Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80plus)

The accused is set to appear in court August 5, 2025 at Ontario court of Justice in Bracebridge, Ontario,

All 3 drivers have had their vehicles impounded for 7 days and they received a 90 Administrative Driver’s license Suspension.

We all play a part in stopping impaired driving! If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1. In doing so, you may save a life. Whether you are impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired and driving under the influence of either is a criminal offence. 

If you plan on drinking or consuming drugs, plan to not drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another plan that takes impaired driving out of the picture.

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19 Year Old Drunk Driver Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 31, 2025 at 3:44 p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a report of a vehicle in the ditch on Camp Kitchen Rd in the Town of Huntsville.

Upon arriving at the scene, officers observed signS of alcohol consumption and identified the driver who officers suspected had been consuming alcohol. The driver was required to provide a sample into an Approved Screening Device. The driver registered a fail and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Jacob LAKE, 19 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

·        Operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs

·        Novice driver – BAC above 0

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and his vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

Ontario has a graduated licensing system for new or young drivers. One of the conditions is drivers must have zero alcohol in their body when operating a vehicle.

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Samuel HARRIS – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 29, 2025 at 1:34 p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. were on general patrol on Highway 11 when they observed a vehicle driving erratically. A traffic stop was initiated and the suspicion of alcohol was made.

The driver was required to provide a sample into an Approved Screening Device. The driver registered a fail and was arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Samuel HARRIS, 34 years old of Bracebridge Ontario, has been charged with:

·        Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on July 8, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and his vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

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Joshua Beam Was Arrested

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 29, 2025 at 2;10 a.m., officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. were conducting general patrol on King William Street. 

Officers observed a vehicle parked at the rear of a local business with a male apparently asleep inside the vehicle. The interaction quickly evolved into an impaired investigation and the driver was arrested for impaired driving. During the investigation, a schedule 1 substance and a firearm were located inside the vehicle. There is no threat to public safety.

As a result of the investigation, Joshua Beam, 39 years old of Burks Falls Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Possession of schedule 1 substance – trafficking

·      Transport prohibited device

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition

The accused was held for a Bail hearing on May 29,2025 before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.

The vehicle has been impounded for 7 days and the accused was also served a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension.

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Drug Bust – Names Released

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May May 5, 2025 at 3:26 a.m., Huntsville OPP officers were conducting a R.I.D.E. checkpoint on Main Street West in Huntsville. A vehicle drove up and the driver was recognized as being a suspended driver and a male passenger was identified as being wanted on a warrant. There was also a female passenger in the vehicle.  

The males were arrested and during a search a quantity of suspected cocaine was located.  As a result of the investigation the three occupants were arrested and charged.

Daniel EARL, 53 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Driving while under suspension

Stuart ADAMSON, 32 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

Shannon McEACHERN, 43 years old of Huntsville is charged:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance

·        Fail to comply with probation order

The accused were all released from police custody and are all to attend court at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario on June 17, 2025. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. 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.crimestoppers.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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Alexander HARRIS – Drunk Driving

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On May 4, 2025 at 8:47p.m. officers of the Huntsville O.P.P. were conducting a R.I.D.E. checkpoint on Earls Road, looking for impaired drivers. A vehicle approached the officers and the odour of alcohol was clearly detected.

The driver was required to provide a sample into an Approved Screening Device. The driver registered a fail and was arrested and required to complete further breath testing.

As a result of the investigation, Alexander HARRIS, 36 years old of Huntsville Ontario, has been charged with:

·      Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on June 3, 2025.

The accused was issued a 90 Administrative Driver’s License Suspension and his vehicle has been impounded for 7 days.

THERE IS NO EXCUSE FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING.

This event could have easily been avoided had the driver planned ahead before consuming alcohol or drugs. Don’t include alcohol or drugs in any plans to drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi or public transit, or come up with another option that takes driving out of the picture altogether.  

If you suspect impaired driving, please call 911. Keep our roads safe!

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