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FROM/DE: Highway Safety Division DATE:
OPP STEPPING UP ENFORCEMENT for UPCOMING LABOUR DAY Weekend ( To this effect, OPP officers will be out in full force
patrolling “We are asking everyone to join our efforts by acting responsibly while out enjoying the roads and waterways this upcoming holiday long-weekend” said OPP Commissioner Chris Lewis. “The OPP will continue to demonstrate our commitment to safe communities by being out in full force and targeting those who put others safety at risk”. Numerous lives have been lost on our roadways and
waterways this summer. So far this
year, 205 people have died in traffic related fatalities in Marine fatalities are down in 2010 to 17 to date as
compared to “The increase in the number of fatalities from last year causes the OPP great concern” said Deputy Commissioner Larry Beechey, Provincial Commander responsible for OPP Traffic Safety Programs. “This is not acceptable and our stepped up patrols across the province will be addressing this issue by targeting the aggressive driving and boating behaviours that put the lives and safety of innocent people at risk.” The OPP is calling on all motorists and boaters to keep safety as a priority this long weekend. Slow down and be respectful of others. Leave some extra time to get to your destination and keep extra space between you and other vehicles or vessels. Let’s work together to make this final weekend of summer a safe one. - 30 - Contacts by OPP Region: Highway Safety Division: Sergeant Dave Woodford Phone: (416) 553-5471 Central Region: Sergeant Paulo DiFonte Phone: (705) 329-7415 East Region: Sergeant Kristine Rae Phone: (613) 284-4557 Northeast Region: Inspector Mark Andrews Phone: (705) 471-0704 Northwest Region: Sergeant Shelley Garr Phone: (807) 473-2734 West Region: Sgt Dave Rektor Phone: (519) 652-4156 - 30 - FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: September, 2010 DRIVER CHARGED (Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Twp., ON) – On Friday August 3, 2010 at approximately 5:28 A.M. police responded to a vehicle in the ditch on Highway 7 near the 6th Line of Belmont. As a result of the investigation, the driver, MICHAEL JAMES KAHLER age 24 of Ottawa has been charged for Driving with a Blood/Alcohol Level Exceeding the Legal Limit. KAHLER is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in Peterborough on Thursday October 7, 2010. - 30 -
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Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: September 3, 2010 DRIVER CHARGED (Galway-Cavendish-Harvey Twp., ON) – On Thursday September 2, 2010 at approximately 11:14 P.M. Peterborough County OPP, Galway Cavendish Harvey Fire Department and Peterborough County Ambulance responded to a single vehicle collision on Melody Bay Road. As a result of the investigation, the driver, MARK TERENCE FAWCETT age 32 years of Buckhorn was checked for injuries by paramedics and then turned over to the attending officers. FAWCETT has been charged for Impaired Driving and is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in Peterborough on Thursday September 30, 2010. ***** DRIVER CHARGED (Douro-Dummer Twp., ON) – On Thursday September 2, 2010 officers from Peterborough County OPP were conducting a RIDE check at the intersection of County Road 4 and County Road. At approximately 11:58 P.M., a 4 door Oldsmobile drove through the check, ignoring directions to stop and fled the scene. Officers followed the vehicle and located it in a ditch a short distance away. The driver, RICHARD GORDON SORLEY age 57 years of RR 2 Lakefield, has been charged for Impaired Driving by Drug, Dangerous Driving, Drive under Suspension, Driving without Insurance and a further Highway Traffic Act Offence. SORLEY is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in Peterborough on Thursday October 7, 2010. - 30 -
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Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: September 02, 2010 Search Underway for Overdue Campers (Galway-Cavendish-Harvey Twp, ON) – Members of the Peterborough County OPP, OPP Marine Unit, and the OPP Emergency Response Team are now commencing a search for two overdue campers in the Kawartha Signature Provincial Park. The 36-year-old male and 37-year-old female campers entered the park on August 29, 2010 and are believed to have portaged into the Bottle Lake/Sucker Lake area. They were expected to return on September 1st. The OPP helicopter will be in the area shortly in order to assist with the search. Further information will be released as it becomes available. - 30 - Contact: Gord Klingspohn Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: gordon.klingspohn@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: September 1, 2010
“LOCK IT or LOSE IT” Back To School Reminder Campaign RESULTS (Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Twp., ON) On Saturday August 28, 2010 the Smith-Ennismore Wards Community Policing volunteers were in their local parking lots reminding shoppers to “lock it or lose it”. A small report card was placed under the wiper that indicated what safety precautions were neglected and offered a few simple prevention tips drivers can use to protect their vehicles against theft. The goal of the “Lock It or Lose It” program reminds drivers when leaving the vehicle to always: Roll up the windows Keep valuables out of sight – put them in the trunk or cover Lock your doors; and Pocket your keys don’t leave them in your vehicle Of the 222 vehicles inspected: 17 were found unlocked 2 left keys in plain view 72 left a window open 1 left vehicle running 42 had valuables in plain view including documents with important personal information that was easily read from outside the vehicle “An unlocked door is an invitation to thieves” LOCK IT or LOSE IT! - 30 - Contact:
Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: September 1, 2010 DISTURBANCE (Galway-Cavendish-Harvey Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31, 2010 at approximately 5:25 P.M. Peterborough County OPP, City of Kawartha Lakes OPP and Haliburton County Ambulance responded to a Disturbance in Kinmount. An intoxicated male had fallen from his bicycle and injured himself at the Kinmount Fair Grounds. The male became aggressive and threatened paramedics with a stick who were trying to treat him. Police subdued the male and transported him to Peterborough Regional Health Centre where he was treated for minor injuries and released back into police custody. The suspect, identified as JOSEPH CLARKE age 20 years of Peterborough, has been charged for Causing a Disturbance. CLARKE is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in Peterborough on Thursday October 28, 2010. ***** THEFT (Cavan Monaghan Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31, 2010 police responded to a Theft at a Lansdowne Street west business. Between the evening of Friday August 27 and Tuesday August 31, thieves entered a vehicle parked at the rear of the victim’s business and stole approximately $4000 of power and hand tools. Items stolen include a green Ryobi impact gun, a blue Ryobi 18 volt rechargeable drill, a yellow Bostich ¼” narrow crown stapler, a grey plastic tool box containing plumbing tools and a carrying bag with assorted hand tools. Anyone with information in regard to this crime or any other is requested to contact Peterborough County OPP at 705-742-0401 (night line 1-888-310-1122) or to remain anonymous contact Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). ***** MISCHIEF (Cavan Monaghan Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31, 2010 at approximately 10:07 A.M. police responded to several Mischief complaints on Morton Line. Mailboxes and 9-1-1 emergency signs west of Highway 7 on Morton Line were damaged between 10:00 P.M. Monday August 30 and the morning of Tuesday August 31. Anyone with information in regard to this crime or any other is requested to contact Peterborough County OPP at 705-742-0401 (night line 1-888-310-1122) or to remain anonymous contact Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477). ***** MISCHIEF (Asphodel-Norwood Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31,
2010 at approximately 4:01 P.M. police responded to a report of Mischief on
County Road Sometime overnight, vandals had spray painted graffiti on the plastic fence and broken out several sections of it in front of the Town Hall. Anyone with information in regard to this crime or any other is requested to contact Peterborough County OPP at 705-742-0401 (night line 1-888-310-1122) or to remain anonymous contact Peterborough Northumberland Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (1-800-222-8477).
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Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: August 31, 2010 ATV COLLISION (Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31, 2010 at approximately 10:50 A.M. Peterborough County OPP, Smith Ennismore Fire Department and Peterborough County Ambulance responded to an All Terrain Vehicle rollover on Youngs Point Road. A 67 year old Smith Twp farmer had been using his 3 wheel
Honda ATV while working in his fields when his rear wheel struck a rock and
rolled over onto him. The victim crawled approximately He was transported to The collision took place on private property and the victim was not wearing a helmet. No charges. - 30 -
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Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: August 31, 2010 LABOUR DAY LONG WEEKEND (Peterborough County, ON.) – The last official long weekend for the Summer of 2010 will soon be upon us and the officers from Peterborough County OPP are reminding the public that safe travel on our roads, trails and waterways should form an important part of everyone’s plans. The OPP, as always, will have a visible presence on our highways, trails and waterways this coming long weekend with the hope of ensuring that the safety of the public is not compromised in any way. With more hot weather predicted and the high number of drownings and boating incidents since the middle of May, Inspector Brent Anderson reminds all of us that “there are dangers associated with water and the use of a personal floatation device (PFD) can be the difference between life and death”. “Our officers in Peterborough County are committed to all Safety Initiatives and they will be actively enforcing all associated legislation in order to promote safety on our roads, trails and waterways.” The visible presence of the OPP on our highways, trails, lakes and rivers should remind the public that safety is a shared responsibility and everyone is expected to contribute to making this long weekend one that is free from any unnecessary tragedy”. While travelling to and from your intended destinations this coming long weekend, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is reminding motorists: to keep your speed within the posted speed limit, always wear your seatbelt, don’t drink and drive drive responsibly in accordance to road, weather and traffic conditions. And while you’re at your destination: always wear your helmet on your ATV or motorcycle always wear a lifejacket or PFD on a watercraft don’t let your judgement be impaired by alcohol In Peterborough County and throughout the Province of Ontario, “Road, trail and water safety is a quality of life worth pursuing”. “Drive Safe, Ride Safe and Boat Safe – Don’t Be a Statistic” - 30 -
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Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca FROM/DE: Peterborough County OPP DATE: August 31, 2010 PASSENGER CHARGED (Smith-Ennismore-Lakefield Twp., ON) – On Tuesday August 31, 2010 at approximately 1:36 A.M. police stopped and investigated a Chrysler Intrepid on Ward Street in Bridgenorth for erratic driving. There were 4 occupants in the vehicle and during conversation with a male passenger seated behind the driver, the officer noted a strong odour of marihuana on his person. As a result of further investigation, that passenger, identified as CORY ROBERT TRUNKS age 33 years of Peterborough, was found to be in possession of a quantity of drugs and has been charged for: Possession of Cocaine for the purpose of Trafficking Possession of Crack Cocaine for the purpose of Trafficking Possession of Cocaine Possession of Crack Cocaine Breach of Undertaking Over TRUNKS is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in ***** BREACH OF PROBATION (Cavan Monaghan Twp., ON) – On Monday August 30, 2010 at approximately 9:21 P.M. police responded to a Domestic Complaint at a King Street address in Millbrook. Investigation revealed that both parties had been drinking and no physical altercation was alleged to have occurred. The male suspect jumped attempted to avoid contact with the officers and jumped from the home’s second story. The Central Region Canine Unit and two members of the Peterborough County OPP Emergency Response Team attended and arrested the male hiding in the tall grass a short distance away. The suspect, identified as CLIFFORD LAIRD BOAL age 44 years of Millbrook, was subsequently charged for Breach of Probation. BOAL is scheduled to appear at the Provincial Courts in Peterborough on Tuesday August 31, 2010 for a Bail Hearing. - 30 -
Contact:
Iain McEwan Media Relations Officer Peterborough County OPP Phone: 705-742-0401 E-mail: iain.mcewan@ontario.ca
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