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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Prabveer SANGHA – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a single motor vehicle collision.

On March 15, 2025, shortly before 3:00 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of McLaughlin Road and Tim Manley Avenue came across a single motor vehicle collision. During the investigation, the officer formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, leading to the driver’s arrest. 

As a result, Prabveer SANGHA, 18, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – alcohol

• Operation while impaired – Blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

• Notice driver – B.A.C. above zero

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 3, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

Under Ontario’s zero tolerance law for young, novice and commercial drivers, you cannot have any alcohol in your system if you are:

• age 21 or under

• a driver of any age who holds a G1, G2, M1, or M2 licence

• driving a vehicle that requires an A-F driver’s licence or Commercial Vehicle Operator’s Registration (CVOR)

• driving a road-building machine

The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Stolen Vehicles Recoverd – Names Released

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals with fraud and public mischief following two stolen vehicle investigations. 

On January 29, 2025, just after midnight, a vehicle was reported stolen on Old Church Road in Caledon East while unoccupied on the side of the road. On January 30, 2025, just after 9:00 a.m., a second vehicle was reported being taken from a residential driveway on Centreville Creek Road.

The investigation was carried out by the Caledon OPP Community Street Crime Unit. Investigators found no evidence of thefts. However, grounds were formed to arrest and charge both complainants.

RAJAT KUMAR, 31, and Aarshdeep KAUL, 27, both of Brampton, were both charged with:

• Public mischief

• Fraud over $5000

The accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 10, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact Caledon OPP at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

March is Fraud Prevention Month. Educate yourself to recognize the signs of fraud. The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre provides many resources, including information on all types of scams. Visit https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca for more details.

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Michael RICCI – Impaired Operation

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation by drugs following a single motor vehicle collision.

On March 13, 2025, just before 3:00 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle into the ditch on Old School Road, near Winston Churchill Boulevard, in the Town of Caledon. During the interaction, the officer formed grounds that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by drugs and was subsequently arrested. 

As a result of the investigation, Michael RICCI, 42, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – drugs

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 7, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

Whether a driver is impaired by alcohol or drugs, impaired is impaired, and impaired driving is dangerous regardless of the source of impairment. The OPP remains committed to ensuring Ontario roads are safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, it is important to call 9-1-1 to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Stephen Wallace Was Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a suspicious vehicle investigation.

On March 11, 2025, shortly after 2:00 a.m., officers responded to a report of a suspicious vehicle on Kingsview Drive. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Stephen Wallace, 63, of Holland Landing, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concertation (80 plus)

• Having care or control of motor vehicle with open container of liquor.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 27, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for a period of 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven. 

Did you know? No person shall drive or have the care of a motor vehicle (whether or motion or not) with liquor, except:

• In a container that is unopened and the seal unbroken; or

• Packed in baggage that is fastened closed or not otherwise readily available to any person in the vehicle

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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Car Sale Scam – Rafael LAYTON Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged an individual for scams associated with car sales.

In July 2024, Caledon OPP received a report of fraudulent transactions while purchasing vehicles. The fraud was initiated through an ad on Facebook Marketplace where a family discount was offered on the sale of vehicles. Three victims transferred funds to the alleged seller and the transactions were completed at a dealership. In the end, money was transferred but did not go against the vehicle loans that were opened as part of the scam.

The Caledon OPP Major Crime Unit led the investigation. On March 5, 2025, an individual was arrested.

As a result, Rafael LAYTON, 52, of Oakville, was charged with:

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000

• Fraud over $5000 – three counts

• Intimidation – use of threatens use of violence

• Laundering proceeds of crime 

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on April 3, 2025, to answer to the charges.

Anyone who has experience this type of fraud or any other should report it to their local police immediately. After contacting police, it is important to also report it online at https://antifraudcentre-centreantifraude.ca or by phone at 1-888-495-8501. If not an emergency, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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KIRAN SINGH – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver with impaired operation following a traffic complaint.

On March 6, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., Caledon OPP responded to a traffic complaint. The officers located the vehicle in the community of Southfields Village. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, KIRAN SINGH, 22, of Caledon, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concertation (80 plus)

The accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 27, 2025, to answer to the charge.  

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Steven GRAVES – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Officers from the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged the driver of a vehicle in the ditch with impaired operation.

On March 3, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., officers responded to a vehicle in the ditch on Winston Churchill Boulebard, near Old Base Line Road, in the Town of Caledon. During the interaction, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol and was subsequently arrested.

As a result of the investigation, Steven GRAVES, 44, of Caledon, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concertation (80 plus)

• Operation while impaired – alcohol 

The accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 20, 2025, to answer to the charge.  

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you know or suspect that a driver is impaired by alcohol and/or drugs, call 9-1-1. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Abilash UTHAYABASKARAN Was Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested a driver for impaired operation following a traffic stop.

On March 2, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., an officer patrolling Mayfield Road, near McLaughlin Road, conducted a traffic stop. During the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, which led to their arrest.

As a result, Abilash UTHAYABASKARAN, 25, of Oshawa, was charged with:

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

• Careless driving

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 20, 2025, to answer to the charges. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

This is an opportunity to remind motorists that failure or refusal to comply with a demand in an impaired operation investigation is a criminal offence. Furthermore, the consequences an individual will face are the same as being charged with impaired operation.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you’re planning to drink or use drugs, make sure you don’t drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, use public transportation, or find another safe way home. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, it’s important to call 9-1-1 to report it. If the situation is not urgent or currently ongoing, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two drivers with impaired-related offences following traffic stops for violations of the Highway Traffic Act.

On February 26, 2025, shortly after 11:00 p.m., an officer patrolling the area of Mayfield Road, near Ace Drive, conducted a traffic stop. The investigation led to the driver being arrested.

As a result, Amanpreet SINGH, 36, of Brampton, was charged with:

• Failure or refusal to comply with demand

• Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

• Red light – fail to stop

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 13, 2025, to answer to the charges.

A few hours later, on February 27, 2025, shortly after 1:00 a.m., an officer patrolling the area of Highway 10 and Old School Road also conducted a traffic stop. During the investigation, grounds were formed that the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, which led to their arrest.

As a result, Lovepreet LITT, 26, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 20, 2025, to answer to the charge.

Both driver’s licences were also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicles impounded for seven.

This is an opportunity to remind motorists that failure or refusal to comply with a demand in an impaired operation investigation is a criminal offence. Furthermore, the consequences an individual will face are the same as being charged with impaired operation.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you’re planning to drink or use drugs, make sure you don’t drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, use public transportation, or find another safe way home. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, it’s important to call 9-1-1 to report it. If the situation is not urgent or currently ongoing, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Himmat PANNU – Drunk Driving

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a driver involved in a collision with impaired operation.

On February 25, 2025, just before 10:00 a.m., officers responded to a two-vehicle collision in the intersection of Winston Churchill Boulevard and King Street, in the Town of Caledon. Minor injuries were sustained. While investigating, officers formed grounds that one of the driver’s ability to operate a motor vehicle was impaired by alcohol, which led to an arrest.

As a result, Himmat PANNU, 21, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

The accused is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville on March 13, 2025, to answer to the charge. The driver’s licence was also suspended for 90 days, and the vehicle impounded for seven.

Motorists continue to engage in unnecessary risks, compromising road safety. The OPP remains committed to taking alcohol/drug-impaired drivers off our roads through enforcement and public education. If you’re planning to drink or use drugs, make sure you don’t drive. Instead, arrange for a designated driver, take a taxi, use public transportation, or find another safe way home. If you suspect someone is driving under the influence, it’s important to call 9-1-1 to report it. If the situation is not urgent or currently ongoing, you can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or through their website at https://peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

For more information about the penalties of driving impaired, visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/impaired-driving

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