Crimes & Misdemeanors

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are reminding the public of the rules and regulations governing e-bikes before taking to the road or trail this summer. As the use of e-bikes continues to grow across communities in West Region, it is important for riders to recognize that e-bikes – also known as power-assisted bicycles – are subject to Ontario's Highway Traffic Act and Ontario Regulation 369/09. To be legally operated, an e-bike must meet the following requirements: Be equipped with...

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) West Region have concluded the 'Stop. Look. Live.' campaign, conducted from June 15 to June 21, with a continued focus on intersection safety. Throughout the campaign, officers engaged in targeted enforcement and public education initiatives aimed at reducing high-risk driving behaviours at intersections. Despite these efforts, officers continue to observe a concerning number of motorists failing to comply with traffic laws designed to prevent serious and fatal collisions. During the campaign period, officers laid...