Northumberland Weekly News Brief

(NORTHUMBERLAND, ON) – The Northumberland detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) dealt with 161 incidents during this period, here are some examples:

Dec 5:

Officers responded to 19 motor vehicle collisions throughout the County due to slippery roads mainly caused by motorists not adjusting their driving to the change in road and weather conditions.

Police spoke to a Trent Hills couple who were arguing over a vacation property. Both were advised to speak to a lawyer to assist them with their separation.

Police attended an Alnwick-Haldimand Twp home in response to a domestic dispute. As a result of the ensuing investigation, one partner was arrested and charged with Spousal Assault.

Dec 6:

Christmas decorations were reported stolen sometime overnight from the front lawn of a Brighton home on Raglan Street which included a four foot high ‘Snoopy’.

A Hamilton Twp resident wishing to report a possible impaired driver on Burnham St (yesterday) called the Cobourg detachment after hours and left a message. An officer retrieved the message today and advised the caller that a ‘warning letter’ would be sent to the registered owners address. Police would request that the public call the main OPP number 1-888-310-1122 if wishing to report a non-urgent incident so that officers can investigate the occurrence at the time.

A Campbellford mother requested police assist her in removing her adult son from the home. The son left without incident after officers arrived.

Dec 7:

Police responded to a residential alarm at a Cramahe Twp home and determined that the wind had blown a door open. Officers secured the door and notified the homeowner.

Police dealt with two persons who had threatened self-harm, one in Brighton and the other in Hamilton Twp. Both persons were taken to a nearby hospital for treatment.

Officers assisted with an organ relay on Hwy 401 coming from a Central Ontario hospital going to an Eastern Ontario hospital.

*Northumberland OPP officers also investigated four accidental 911 calls, 20 motor vehicle collisions, 25 traffic related complaints and conducted 17 RIDE programs during this time period.

OPP Launches Festive R.I.D.E. Campaign (Nov. 21, 2016 – Jan. 7, 2017)

“The solution to ending impaired-related road deaths is a simple one. Never drive if you are impaired by alcohol or drugs and know that you are doing the right thing by calling 9-1-1 to report an impaired driver. By working together, we can positively influence driver behaviour in an effort to make sober, drug-free driving a social norm during the holidays and throughout the year.” – OPP Deputy Commissioner Brad Blair, Provincial Commander, Traffic Safety and Operational Support.

“This year’s Festive R.I.D.E. Campaign reminds us that we all have a role to play in preventing impaired driving. As we get together with family and friends this holiday season, plan ahead. Arrange for a designated driver and if you see someone you think is impaired, arrange a ride for them or suggest alternate arrangements. These simple steps can go a long way to keeping our families, friends, and roads safe every day of the year.” – David Orazietti, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services.”

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