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New “Sheriff” In Town – Laura Lee BROWN

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has added a new face to their detachment. Recently promoted Inspector Laura Lee BROWN has been appointed to the position of Detachment Commander at the Huron Detachment in Clinton.

Inspector Brown has worked in various roles in Perth County, Wellington County, and most recently at West Region Headquarters in London. She brings a wide range of experience with her and is looking forward to working with the members of the Huron Detachment to ensure operations continue to run smoothly.

“I am very grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of Huron County as your detachment commander. It is my privilege to support the incredibly hardworking members of the Huron OPP Detachment and to foster the positive relationships we share with so many community partners. This collaborative approach to crime prevention and community safety is what strengthens communities, and I am thankful to be part of it.” Inspector Laura Lee Brown.

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45 Year Old From North Huron Arrested #WaitInTheTruck

(NORTH HURON, ON) – On April 22nd, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Township of North Huron.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed a criminal act against their partner.

A 45-year-old individual from North Huron has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault – Spousal,

–      Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on June 9th, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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27 Trees Cut Down In Wingham – One Arrested

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place in a wooded location near Victoria and Helena Streets in the Township of North Huron.   

On March 31st, 2025, Huron County OPP received a complaint of mischief to a forested area owned by the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA). A total of 27 mature trees had been cut down prior to March 31st. A log home had begun to be built in the same area. Police investigated the complaint and later identified a suspect, who was arrested on April 13th, 2025. The total value of the loss according to the MVCA is $27,000.

Lester BRUBACHER, 34 years of age of no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Mischief Over $5,000.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later released from custody with an appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on June 2nd, 2025.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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ALERT: Human Trafficking @ F.E. Madill – All Parents Should Attend 29April Meeting #EndTheAbuse #WaitInTheTruck

(WINGHAM, ON) – F.E. Madill Secondary School in Wingham, Township of North Huron is hosting an information session on Human Trafficking in partnership with the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), and Huron County Victim Services.

When: April 29th at 7:00 p.m.

Where: The school is located at 231 Madill Drive in Wingham, and everyone is welcome to attend.

Speakers include Jenn EVANS, Operations Manager for Victim Services Huron-Perth, and Ashley HORTON, OPP Detective Sergeant – West Region OPP Team Lead – Anti-Human Trafficking.

In Ontario, trafficking primarily for sexual and labour exploitation is rising, with traffickers increasingly targeting vulnerable individuals from small towns.

Attend the event and learn how to better protect your loved ones and make your community safer.

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Blyth Drug Bust – Donald McLELLAN & Judy CERE-CORE

(NORTH HURON, ON) – An investigation conducted by officers from the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and Huron-Perth OPP Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) has resulted in the arrest of an impaired driver and seizure of illegal drugs and offence-related property. Criminal charges have been laid against two individuals from North Huron.

On Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025, officers were patrolling in the village of Blyth, North Huron when they observed a suspicious vehicle parked near a storage unit facility. Officers located two individuals inside the vehicle and the driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

A quantity of suspected fentanyl and methamphetamine was seized, along with offence-related property. The total value of the illegal drugs is estimated at $8,220. Additional offence-related property including cellular phones, and a digital scale seized by police totaled $2,050.

Donald McLELLAN, 61 years of age from North Huron has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl,
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine,
  • Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drugs.

The accused was processed and later released with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 12, 2025.

Judy CERE-CORE, 56 years of age from North Huron has been charged with:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl,
  • Possession of a Controlled Substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was processed and later released with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 12, 2025.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Police Cruiser Damaged In Wingham – Mason SITLER-PAYNE Arrested After Struggle

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place at a location on Josephine Street in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron on Wednesday March 19th, 2025.   

Just after 10:20 p.m., police investigated damage that had been done to an OPP patrol vehicle which had been parked and unattended. Police located the suspect, who fled on foot and was arrested shortly after a brief struggle with police. Further investigation revealed that the suspect had also moved storm drain covers, creating a hazard for motorists and pedestrians.

Mason SITLER-PAYNE, 28 years of age of North Huron has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000,

–      Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property,

–      Resist Peace Officer.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence under the Liquor Licence Control Act (LLCA).

The accused was processed and later released from custody with an appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on April 28, 2025.

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Wingham Disturbance – Donald WEBER Arrested Again

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place at a location on Josephine Street in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron on Monday February 10th, 2025.   

Just before 6:30 p.m., police were contacted to investigate a disturbance complaint. Police attended and located the suspect who was arrested shortly after police arrival.

Donald WEBER, 58 years of age of no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Fail to Comply with Probation – (three counts),

–      Assault a Peace Officer.

The accused was processed and held in custody for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich where they were remanded into custody.

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Multiple Wingham Properties Damaged – Brody STONE Arrested

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual from Huron County following mischief to two properties in August 2024 in the Township of North Huron, Wingham. 

On August 10, 2024, Huron County OPP officers were contacted by two complainants who reported that windows had been damaged on their properties by an individual. The suspect was identified but was not located at that time. A warrant was issued for the individual’s arrest.

On February 01, 2025, officers located the suspect and arrested them in the Wingham area. They have been charged as follows:

Brody STONE, 29 years of age from No Fixed Address has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000 – (two counts).

The accused was processed and held in custody for a bail hearing where they were later released from custody with a court appearance at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24th, 2025. 

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Wingham Disturbance – Donald WEBER Arrested Again

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place at a location on John Street East in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron on Thursday January 30th, 2025.   

Just before 4:00 p.m., police were contacted to investigate an unwanted person complaint. Police attended and located the suspect who was arrested shortly after police arrival.

Donald WEBER, 58 years of age of no fixed address has been charged with:

–      Causing a Disturbance,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation – (two counts).

The accused was processed and held in custody for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich where they were remanded into custody.

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North Huron Resident Arrested

(NORTH HURON, ON) – On January 13th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Township of North Huron.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed a criminal act against their partner.

A 31-year-old individual from North Huron has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

–      Mischief – Destroys or Damages Property.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24th, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuron.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

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