South Bruce OPP report impaired driver; domestic violence; drug seizure; and mischief

CITIZEN CALL PROMPTS ARREST OF IMPAIRED DRIVER

(WALKERTON, ON) - The South Bruce OPP has arrested an impaired driver after receiving a traffic complaint by a citizen in Walkerton.

June 23, members of the South Bruce OPP were contacted by a concerned citizen in the Municipality of Brockton, reporting the driving of an observed motorist. At 8:44 p.m., police stopped the vehicle to check the sobriety of the driver who was then placed under arrest.

Sharon TIFFANY, 60, of the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie was charged with:
 

• Operation while impaired - drug
• Possession of a controlled drug

A reminder to the public leading up to the Canada Day long weekend that police will be targeting impaired driving. Traffic safety is everyone's responsibility.

INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE INVESTIGATION LEADS TO CHARGES

(BROCKTON, ON) - June 21, the South Bruce OPP responded to an address in Brockton and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 59-year-old resident of Bruce County has been charged with the Criminal Code offence of uttering threats.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence are not alone. If you need support, or know someone who does, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911.

RIDE CHECK IN BROCKTON LEADS TO DRUG SEIZURE

(BROCKTON, ON) - June 22, at 2:07 a.m., officers with the South Bruce OPP stopped to check a vehicle during a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) check in the Municipality of Brockton.

During the interaction with the occupants, officers observed illicit drugs in plain view. A search led to the seizure of drugs.

As a result of the investigation, the South Bruce OPP have charged Sam Van Bakel, 20, of Hensall with Possession of a Schedule 1 controlled substance.

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*
 

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POLICE INVESTIGATING MISCHIEF IN WALKERTON

(WALKERTON, ON) - Members of the South Bruce OPP are investigating a mischief incident at the Walkerton Community Centre and baseball diamonds.

June 24, police received a report of vandalism at the ball diamonds. Sometime between the evening of June 21,and the morning of June 24, unknown individual(s) attended the area and caused damage to benches, bleachers, building walls, and the dug-outs.

Anyone with information about this incident, including video surveillance or suspect information, is encouraged to contact the South Bruce OPP.

The South Bruce OPP is is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.