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OPP To Enforce Law For 3 Days Due To Spike In School Bus Collisions

(LONDON, ON) -Officers with the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region are taking steps to combat a recent spike in school bus crashes with a new traffic enforcement campaign aimed at ensuring the safety of our Region’s school children.

The campaign, “Safety Stops Here”, runs from May 12, 2025, until May 15, 2025. West Region OPP members from 13 detachments will conduct enforcement blitzes for school bus runs using marked and unmarked cruisers. Officers will also “adopt a bus” by selecting a route and following the school bus to its destination.

Officers will focus their efforts on drivers who fail to stop for school buses with activated stop arms, in addition to those motorists who engage in unsafe driving behaviours like unsafe passing, speeding and following too closely.

OPP West Region is launching the campaign after officers responded to nine school bus collisions last month alone. While no injuries were reported, the frequency and risk to student safety is a growing concern. Stopping for school buses is not optional-it’s the law.

“Risky driving behaviours around school buses are unacceptable. This initiative presents an opportunity to raise awareness through enforcement and education. The goal is to help ensure a safe end to the school year for students across our communities.” – Inspector Mike McConnell, OPP West Region Traffic Safety and Marine Manager.

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AI Used To Arrest Connor SMITH

(LONDON, ON) – In-car camera alert results in charges for driver.

On May 2, 2025, at 10:30 p.m., a Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) member, while on general patrol in the area of Wellington Road and Exeter Road in the City of London, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of possible stolen licence plate on a vehicle.

Police confirmed the licence plates had previously been reported as stolen.

A traffic stop was initiated at which time the lone occupant was placed under arrest.

As a result, Connor SMITH, a 33-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code, Liquor Licence Control Act and Cannabis Control Act with:

  • possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada
  • Having care or control of motor vehicle with liquor in open baggage
  • Have care or control of vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 29, 2025.

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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Spike In School Bus Collisions

(LONDON, ON) – A spike in school bus crashes has the members of West Region Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) concerned.

Over the last thirty days, the OPP have investigated nine crashes involving school buses in various communities across West Region in southwestern Ontario. Thankfully, there have been no injuries reported to any students or bus drivers.

School bus travel is extremely safe. Every school day in Ontario, over 800,000 students are transported in school buses that travel 1.9 million kilometres. They’re one of the safest forms of transportation, but safety doesn’t happen by accident; it takes awareness, responsibility, and teamwork from everyone-drivers, students, parents, and the community.

School buses are designed to be safe, with flashing lights, stop signs, high seats, and trained drivers. Even in incidents where no one is hurt, the risk is real. That’s why motorists need to focus on prevention, not just reaction.

Advice for parents: talk to your children about staying alert near roads. Remind them to wait for the bus to come to a full stop, to use handrails when boarding, and to always cross the street in front of the bus, never behind it.

Advice for students: you have a part to play too. Don’t push or run when getting on or off the bus. Listen to your driver. Stay seated and avoid distractions. You’re the future, and your safety is a top priority.

Advice for drivers in our community: slow down. Be patient. Stop when the bus stop arm is extended. That pause could save a life.

Let’s work together to make sure every ride to and from school is a safe one. Because when it comes to our children, safety should never be optional-it should be automatic.

For more information, please visit: https://www.ontario.ca/page/school-bus-safety.

“The safety of our children is non-negotiable. Be vigilant and patient when driving near school buses. When you see a school bus with its stop arm extended, it means lives are crossing the road. Stopping isn’t just the law-it’s your responsibility.” – Inspector Mike McConnell, Manager, Traffic Safety and Marine, West Region OPP Headquarters.

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Darien NICHOLAS – Drunk Driving

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after traffic stop on Highway 401.

On April 13, 2025, at 5:27 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while travelling in the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Darien NICHOLAS, a 29-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Drive without proper rear light – motor vehicle

·      Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero

·      Driving while under suspension

The accused was held for bail.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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Emmanuel ASANJI NGUFOR – Drunk Driving

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after traffic stop.

On April 6, 2025, at 3:28 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while travelling on Veterans Memorial Parkway in the City of London, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Emmanuel ASANJI NGUFOR, a 55-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 19, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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Amy JOHNSTON Was Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after vehicle leaves road and enters ditch.

On April 4, 2025, at 8:19 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the Eastbound Lanes of Highway 402 at Woodhull Road in the City of London for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The driver of the vehicle was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex County OPP detachment.

As a result, Amy JOHNSTON, a 46-year-old of Wallaceburg, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Cannabis Control Act with:

·      Operation while impaired – drugs

·      Drive vehicle or boat with cannabis in open baggage

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on May 20, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Human Remains Found In Southampton Identified

(LONDON, ON) – Police have identified the human remains recovered in the area of Southampton harbour earlier this month.

A postmortem conducted at the Ontario Forensic Pathology Service (OFPS) identified the deceased as 32-year-old Brendan MARTIN. On January 20, 2025, Brendan was reported missing to Saugeen Shores Police Service (SSPS). He was last seen in the early hours of January 18, 2025, in Southampton.

On March 16, 2025, human remains were located by members of the SSPS. Members of the SSPS Criminal Investigations and Drug Unit, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Underwater Search and Recovery Unit, OPP USAR CBRNE Response Team (UCRT) and the OPP Forensic Identification Services assisted with the recovery.

The joint investigation is continuing by the SSPS Criminal Investigation and Drug Unit and the OPP Criminal Investigation Branch, in conjunction with the Office of the Chief Coroner and the OFPS. 

Anyone with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact the SSPS at 519-832-2500, the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Kenneth MCINTOSH – Drunk Driving

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after vehicle leaves road and enters ditch.

On March 23, 2025, at 1:49 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Middlesex-London Paramedic Service were dispatched to the Eastbound Lanes of Highway 402 at Wonderland Road in the City of London for the report of a single vehicle collision.

The driver of the vehicle was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex County OPP detachment.

As a result, Kenneth MCINTOSH, a 64-year-old of London, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

·      Dangerous operation

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 30, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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Daniel CHIASSON Charged

(LONDON, ON) – Driver charged after traffic complaint on Highway 401 Westbound.

On March 15, 2025, at 1:27 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to the Westbound lanes of Highway 401 in the City of London, for a traffic complaint.

The vehicle was located and stopped on Wonderland Road at Highway 402 in the City of London.

As a result, Daniel CHIASSON, a 49-year-old of Sault Ste. Marie, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 21, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.   

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Ashiq SALAM Was Arrested

(LONDON, ON) – Driver facing Impaired driving charge after traffic stop.

On March 10, 2025, at 1:39 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while travelling on Fanshawe Park Road West through the City of London, performed a traffic stop on a suspicious vehicle.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP Detachment.

As a result, Ashiq SALAM, a 29-year-old of Sarnia, has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

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

·      Fail to use lower beam – oncoming

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 24, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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