(NEW TECUMSETH, ON) – Members of the Nottawasaga Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two individuals following a two vehicle collision that led to an impaired investigation, multiple charges and a drug seizure in the Town of New Tecumseth.
Shortly after 10:00 p.m. on January 6, 2026, Nottawasaga OPP responded to a two vehicle collision at the intersection of 4th Line and Sideroad 15 in New Tecumseth. Officers located the vehicles in the ditch and began their investigation.
As a result of the investigation, officers arrested two occupants from one of the involved vehicles. Officers also seized a substantial quantity of suspected cocaine from the vehicle.
The driver, Jordyn CAYER, a 26-year-old, of New Tecumseth, has been charged with:
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – cocaine
• Public Mischief
• Driving while under suspension
• Driving motor vehicle or boat with cannabis readily available
• Driving motor vehicle or boat with liquor readily available
The passenger, John MCGUINNIGLE, a 34-year-old, of New Tecumseth, has been charged with:
• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – cocaine
• Permit motor vehicle to be operated without insurance
• Having liquor in open container in unauthorized place
One individual was transported to hospital by EMS with minor injuries.
Both accused parties were released on a Form 10 Undertaking and are scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in Bradford with a future court date to answer to the charges.
The OPP remains committed to keeping Ontario roads safe from impaired drivers. If you suspect that someone is driving while impaired by alcohol or drugs, call 9-1-1 immediately to report it. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.
