(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged a male driver with a weapons related charge.
On April 11, 2024 just before 9:00 p.m., officers of the Orillia OPP were on patrol in the area of Colborne Street West in the City of Orillia when a motor vehicle was observed driving erratically, drawing the officers attention.
Officers initiated a traffic stop and spoke with the male driver. Through investigation, officers were able to determine the driver was providing a false identity, therefore he was subsequently arrested. A search was conducted which revealed a prohibited weapon.
As a result, Justin EIKELENBOOM 28-year-old, of the City of Orillia has been charged with:
- Possession of Prohibited device contrary to section 88 of the Criminal Code of Canada (CCC)
- Obstruct Peace Officer contrary to section 129 (a) CCC
- Driving while under suspension contrary to section 53(1) of the Highway Traffic Act
Members of the Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-822-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.
