Ontario Provincial Police
911A Gormanville Rd. P1B 8G3 North Bay, ON, Canada

On Feb 6 #SaultOPP closed #Hwy17 from #Batchewana to #Wawa due to poor visibility and weather. Hwy 17 north from Batchewana to Wawa reopened on Feb 9 at 5:25 pm. #OPP would like to remind motorists to drive according to weather and driving conditions #SeeSnowGoSlow ^nk

On February 4, 2021, members from the #NipissingWestOPP responded to a theft of an All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) with an ATV utility trailer at a residence on Ritchie Road, West Nipissing (Cache Bay). Sometime between February 4 and February 6, 2021, a silver 2018 Argo XRT ATV, possibly bearing Ontario licence 5LV36, was stolen along with a blue ATV utility trailer with no plates. Any person with information regarding the person(s) responsible for this incident should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

Watch as Beckwith Township Fire Department, DNETV Fire, Lanark County Paramedic Service, OPP Emergency Response Team and OPP Aviation worked together to save a ...man on New Year’s Day. He had been submerged for over 45 min but found just enough strength to hang on to his friend when he saw help arrive. Remember, no ice is safe ice! See more

As we move into 2021, the #ManitoulinOPP would like to thank everyone for their support over the past year. Remember to take care of one another & be kind. If you are driving please be sober. If you suspect someone is about to drive while impaired - do the right thing - call 9-1-1 & report it. Stay safe everyone!^8472

Kids of all ages are spending more time online. Join us as experts discuss how to protect our children on the internet.

The #SouthPorcOPP is taking action to help reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19 by restricting the access to its facilities, including detachments, across the province. The OPP is limiting the processing of routine criminal record checks/vulnerable sector checks and finger printing to essential workers/volunteers only. Anyone seeking entry to the OPP Detachment must make an appointment first. Individuals will be pre-screened and are required to have proper personal protecti...ve equipment prior to entering the detachment. If you require any detachment-based service, including criminal record checks/vulnerable sector checks, please call 1-888-310-1122 in advance for an appointment. Our operating hours are 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. For emergencies, please call 9-1-1. For all other police matters, please call 1-888-310-1122 or your local detachment. Report online by visiting opp.ca/reporting. The OPP thanks the public for helping us to keep our communities safe by using the means listed above to avoid unnecessary contact. ^ms

On January 2, 2021 members of the Iroquois Falls Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to investigate a break and enter at a residence on Victoria Road in Iroquois Falls. The break-in is believed to have happened between January 1, 2021 and January 2, 2021. The items taken included jewelry and backpacks. Also taken were three firearms. They are described as:... two non-restricted Alder Synthetic 12 gauge break action single shot shotguns non-restricted Maverick pump action shotgun If you have any information please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000. ^ms

#NorthBayOPP attended the south side of Callander Bay #lakenipissing today for an ice shack that went through the ice. No injuries were reported. Please remember! #NoIceIsSafeIce - always beware of ice thickness #icesafety #winter < TG

North Bay OPP investigated a two vehicle collision this morning on #Hwy654. Minor injuries were reported. The highway was closed for 1.5 hours while officers completed their investigation. No charges laid. Thanks Callander Community Fire Station for the assistance. Please drive safe and watch for changing road and weather conditions!

East Algoma OPP Detachment Commander Inspector Tyler Sturgeon, "Whether it be for work or school, now more than ever people have to use the internet for meetings, presentations and learning. Scammers know this and are busy trying to take advantage of people on-line. Be vigilant don't let your guard down". ^py

#NorthBay OPP is at the scene of an insecure load on #Hwy17 at #Hwy94, East Ferris Twp where a commercial motor vehicle lost its load of hydro poles. Clean-up is underway and the driver has been charged with insecure load. #DriveSafe ^ms

#SuperiorEastOPP members came across this homemade #ice rink just below Silver Falls recently. Although this is a beautiful site, there is still a danger that water levels could change at ANY time due to a #hydrodam upstream. Please consider (carefully) using one of our many other frozen lakes for recreation.^tt

NORTH BAY OPP LOOKING FOR VEHICLE INVOLVED IN COLLISION On December 19, 2020, at approximately 11:53 a.m., officers from the North Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a two vehicle collision on the Highway 17 at Algonquin Avenue. A white GMC sport utility vehicle (SUV) was stopped several vehicles back in the left turn lane to travel from eastbound on Highway 17 to northbound on Highway 11/Algonquin Avenue. A 4-door sedan, possibly a Hond...a was travelling eastbound on Highway 17. The sedan entered into the left turn lane and struck the SUV in the rear. A male driver exited the sedan and approached the driver of the SUV. Together they surveyed the damage to the vehicles and the male requested to exchange information with the SUV driver. The male appeared to grab his documents and assisted the injured SUV driver back to the SUV. As the SUV driver reached for his documents, the male sedan driver returned to his vehicle and fled the scene. The suspect vehicle left the scene by crossing three lanes of traffic to the exit ramp and traveled southbound into the city. The suspect vehicle is believed to possible be a black or grey 4-door Honda sedan with a male driver, approximately 30-years-old with short beard, possibly black hair wearing a red winter jacket and red toque. The SUV driver was transported from the scene by ambulance with non-life threatening injuries. Damage should be to the left (passenger) side front headlight area, headlight cracked and hood possibly dented. Police are asking anyone with information regarding this collision to contact the North Bay OPP at (705) 495-3878 or toll free at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Near North Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit information online at www.nearnorthcrimestoppers.com. Being anonymous, you will not be required to testify in court and information you provide may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000. ^sc

On November 25 at 12:55 p.m., there will be a test of the Alert Ready system in Ontario. This includes testing on compatible mobile devices, television and radio. Learn more: https://www.alertready.ca/ #AlertReady

On November 17, 2020, #JamesBayOPP stopped this suspended driver on Government Rd in Kapuskasing. The driver, James Warner, 44-years-old, from Opasatika, ON, was also arrested and charged for Failing to Comply with a Release Order. Court date of January 18, 2021. ^sb

#NipissingWestOPP request public's assistance to solve a Break, Enter & Theft. Sometime between Nov. 9-12, unknown person(s) broke into a storage container (Sea-Can) located on a property on William St. in Sturgeon Falls and stole a Honda HS720 snowblower (similar to attached stock photo). Anyone with information is asked to #OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Sudbury Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 ^mc

Reminder for everyone to slow down in winter conditions! These people were so lucky they were uninjured when they lost control and went into Wasi River off Lake Nosbonsing Road today. Tow is still at scene removing the vehicle. Closed to one lane. Shout out to Callander Fire & Emergency Services for helping with traffic control. ^sc

On 10Nov20 at 6:45 p.m., #NipissingWestOPP investigated a single vehicle collision on Hwy. 69 at Pioneer Rd, Sudbury. The rental car was southbound when it struck the centre traffic light post on Hwy. 69 which resulted in severe damage to the vehicle rendering it inoperable. The occupant(s) had fled the scene on foot & was/were not located. Officers seized a substantial quantity of drugs suspected to Opioid, Oxycodone, Cannabis, Edible products as well as some Canadian & US... Anyone with information is asked to OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Sudbury Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 ^mc

The #KirklandOPP are showing their support for #victimsweek2020 by flying the Victim Services of Temiskaming and District Survivors of Crime flag at our detachment. We would like to acknowledge the great partnership we have with the Victim Services of Temiskaming and District. Their dedicated and selfless work is recognized as they continue to support victims and their families during hard and tragic times. ^ ag

#NipissingWestOPP - The purpose of the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act is to reduce fear of police attending overdose events and embolden people to seek life-saving assistance and stay with a victim in the event of an overdose. The law does provide protection against charges for: Possessing drugs for your own use Violating conditions of your parole, bail, probation or conditional sentence for a simple drug possession charge For more information, visit: opp.ca/overdose... To see where you can obtain a free Naloxone kit, go to: www.ontario.ca/page/where-get-free-naloxone-kit ^mc ********************************************************************************* Témoin d'une surdose? Composez le 9-1-1. Même si vous avez consommé de la drogue ou en avez sur vous. La Loi sur les bons samaritains secourant les victimes de surdose vous protégera. La loi vous protège contre les accusations: de possession de drogue pour votre usage personnel de manquement à vos conditions de libération conditionnelle, de mise en liberté sous caution, de probation ou de condamnation à l'emprisonnement avec sursis si l'infraction concernée est la simple possession de drogue. Visitez opp.ca/surdose pour de plus amples renseignements. Pour savoir les endroits où vous pouvez obtenir une trousse de naloxone, visitez: www.ontario.ca//ou-vous-procurer-une-trousse-de-naloxone-g ^mc See more

#ManitoulinOPP - As we mourn the loss of Provincial Constable Marc Hovingh we gather strength from our amazing communities. The love, compassion & care is just what we need. We could not do this without you MANITOULIN! Watching Marc come home was truly humbling. #ThankYou #Community #HeroesInLife ^8472

Daylight Savings can be a dangerous time on Ontario roadways. Remember that in order to be safe, you need to see and be seen! Use your full set of headlights from 30 minutes before sunset to 30 minutes after sunrise, as required under the Highway Traffic Act.

#NipissingWestOPP officers charged a 23 yrs old from #Sudbury with #StuntDriving The driver was northbound on Hwy. 69 travelling 54 km/h over the posted speed limit. The vehicle was impounded for 7-days & driver's licence was suspended for 7-days. #SlowDown #SaveLives ^mc

#JamesBayOPP, #CochraneTIME, #NorthBayTIME and the MTO conducted #CMV checks and enforcement on October 14, 2020, in Cochrane, ON. - 89 CMV's stopped - 1 Provincial Offence charge - 6 Warnings - 4 Level 1 inspections... ^sb See more

West Parry Sound OPP requesting the public's assistance in locating a stolen vehicle taken October 23rd from Parry Sound. The truck has a 3 ton concrete anchor in it. Anyone having info please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477. ^js

Bringing Marc home Escort of Provincial Constable Marc Hovingh #HeroesInLife

#OPP media coordinators share thoughts across each region. #PublicSafety continues to be the main concern after weekend traffic initiative. Bad driving behaviour will meet with bad driving conditions as winter nears. Collisions are no accident. #SeeSnowGoSlow and do your part to #DriveSafe & report impaired driving. ^cb

The Temiskaming OPP is requesting assistance in identifying the person responsible for a bike theft that occurred on November 14, 2020 between 6:00pm and 6:30 p.m. Officers from the Temiskaming Detachment were contacted in regards to the theft from a property on May Street, in the City of Temiskaming Shores. The black BMX Haro bike is described as having blue camo tires, reddish hand grips, a yellow chain and is valued at $400.... If you have information regarding this theft, contact the Temiskaming OPP at: 705-647-8400, your local OPP detachment at 1-888-310-1122 or your nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000. ^js

#ManitoulinOPP were conducting traffic enforcement on #Hwy17 yesterday & issued a 7 day licence suspension & impounded this driver's vehicle for 7 days due to excessive speed. #SlowDown & make #RoadSafety a priority.^8472

#NipissingWestOPP request public's assistance with a theft investigation. Sometime between mid-February, 2020 and October 11, 2020, unknown person(s) stole two crossbows in travel cases along with three illuminated arrow nocks from a shed located on a property on Russell St. in Sturgeon Falls. The stolen property is described as follows:... Excalibur Matrix 380 Crossbow, camouflage colour Excalibur Matrix Mega 405 Crossbow, camouflage colour Excalibur Matrix travel case, black in colour Oversize crossbow travel case, olive green in colour Excalibur Lumenok (illuminated nocks) The value of the stolen property is approximately $3,000. Police are asking anyone with information regarding this theft, to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at Near North Crime Stoppers where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000 ^mc

Missing a kayak? #ManitoulinOPP are trying to locate the owner of a 10 foot kayak found near the shore of Birch Lake (Webbwood). If you think it may be yours, please call Manitoulin OPP to further identify & claim it at 1-888-310-1122 (Espanola Detachment)^8472

#NorthBayOPP working with #OPPSAVE , #OPPHSD & #MTO today on #Hwy11 north of #NorthBay checking vehicles for safety. 400 veh. checked, 1 alc. chg., 2 drug chgs & 7 vehicles taken out of service. #WorkingTogether for #PublicSafety . Do your part! ^cb

Good turn out today from the members of the #KirklandOPP detachment for the 2020 fitness test. Covid has forced us to change our venue, however we got it done none the less. The morning started off with snow on the ground but the sun did come out to warm things up just a tad. Good work by all and congratulations to those who earned their 2020 pin, #Fit4Duty. ^ag

#IDressPurpleBecause is alive and well at the #NorthBayOPP. We continue to support vulnerable children, youth, and families through the provincial Dress Purple Day campaign because you are the future of a healthy #Community. Stay strong and united. ^cb

The #TemiskamingOPP would like to thank all of you for your ongoing support and generosity after the unexpected loss of our colleague, our friend. Our thoughts and prayers continue to be with the family of PC Jennifer Landry. ^js

West Parry Sound OPP showing our support of Dress Purple Day. We are just a 911 call away.

Members from North East Region came together to complete the #OPP #guardiansrun Guardians Half Marathon supporting Special Olympics Ontario Mission Accomplished! ^mb

The #KirklandOPP would like to thank the community and our partners for their overwhelming support during this difficult time. Our thoughts are with Provincial Constable Jennifer Landry’s family. ^ag

West Parry Sound OPP are investigating an incident involving suspicious packages left at the West Parry Sound Health Center in Parry Sound on October 8th. If you have any information or can identify this person of interest please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

#WestParrySoundOPP is looking for assistance in locating a suspicious black passenger vehicle that has connections from #Sudbury to #Orillia and #Barrie. The vehicle has been involved in several occurrences including flight from police and fail to remain. The investigation is ongoing and officers are actively searching for the vehicle. If you observe the suspicious vehicle or any suspicious activity, do not approach, and contact 9-1-1 or OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Vehicle: 2009... Subaru Impreza ON license plate: CLST 344 Identifiers: Damage on several parts of the vehicle. White fender and hood scoop ^lm See more

#ManitoulinOPP responded to a call for service regarding a found ring located at the Espanola Mall parking lot on Friday October 9th, 2020. The ring was turned over to police for safekeeping. If you believe it to be yours, and can identify it, please contact #ManitoulinOPP at 1-888-310-1122. ^wf

*UPDATE* 1:27 PM Highway 6 is now OPEN in both directions #ManitoulinOPP at the scene of a serious single motor vehicle collision #Hwy6 closed at Limit St (south of collision) & Townline Rd (north of collision) Detour currently on both roads via Sheguiandah *OPP will notify when road is opened* ^8472

See an Overdose? Stay and save a life. #TemiskamingOPP is reminding members of the public of the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act (GSDOA) campaign. The GSDOA can protect you from simple possession charges when you need to call 911 to save someone from an overdose. Opp.ca/overdose. ^js

#OPPStreetCrime stopped a vehicle in Englehart yesterday. Quantity of suspected red powder Fentanyl was seized. Street value of $36,000. A 57-year-old person was charged. ^js

Earlier today #ManitouilinOPP responded to a single motor vehicle collision on #Hwy17 in Sables-Spanish Rivers Twp. Luckily there were no injuries. The Hwy was closed for a short time while the Sables-Spanish Rivers Fire Department extinguished the fire. The driver was charged with careless driving.^8472

#NEROPP participates in the weeks #OPP overview across the province. @OPP_NER @OPP_NWR @OPP_WR @OPP_HSD @OPP_ER @OPP_CR Click the link below and check in to what's going on! ^cb

#NipissingWestOPP #ThrowbackThursday Sudbury OPP District Headquarters Communications Unit - Dispatcher, Maureen Larose in 1986 and radio room staff in 1997, before the OPP amalgamated 4 of its Communication Centres into a single operation in North Bay. Thank You to all staff, at OPP Provincial Communication Centres, for your dedicated service ^mc

#OPPStreetCrime and members of the #SuperiorEastOPP Detachment executed a CDSA search warrant in #WhiteRiver yesterday. Quantities of suspected cocaine, psilocybin (mushrooms) and methamphetamine were seized along with some cash and weapons. A 24-year-old person was charged.^tt

The #OPPStreetCrime Unit (CSCU) executed 2 search warrants in #kirklandlake on October 22, 2020. Seized were drugs suspected to be Opioids (fentanyl), Cocaine, Crack Cocaine, Hydromorphone and Psilocybin (mushrooms), two firearms and over $9,000 in cash. Estimated street value of the seizure is $40,000. Two local people have been charged with multiple offences. ^ag