"Just the bear facts" Bears are among the most massive and powerful animals on earth and P/C Nicole Haueisen managed to capture these great photos while on foot patrol. Northern policing is one of the greatest experiences. ^pt
#OPP
#Yogi
#northernpolicing
1/3 The
#OPP
organization and family has been faced with a devastating loss this evening as Provincial Constable Pierzchala has lost his life in the line of duty after a senseless act of violence in Haldimand County.
#ArmstongOPP
faced some adversity Sunday night when the runway lights failed at the airport preventing an Ornge medi-vac flight to take off. Using a little ingenuity they utilized flares as lights which allowed the crew to depart safely on route to Thunder Bay. Well done! ^mg
Everyday Ontario Provincial Police Officers pack in strength, emotional intelligence and all the high quality equipment needed to continue their commitment to safe communities…a secure Ontario. ^bb
#TetrisChallenge
#DrydenOPP
#OPP
After a 45 minute foot chase, these little piggies were so tired that they snuggled up for a nap in the back of the cruiser 🤣 Great work by
#SchreibeOPP
keeping our farm animals and our roads safe ^al
#NipigonOPP
seized this firearm as a result of yet another "routine" traffic stop. Multiple charges laid. There is no such thing as a routine traffic stop. ^mf
This tractor trailer driver was taken out of service for numerous infractions over the the weekend. They say a picture is worth a thousand words, but this may leave some people speechless. ^pt
#CMVSafety
#insecureload
#OPP
OPP officers get to experience working in so many beautiful areas of our vast province. Check out this great sunrise image captured by Constable Shakakeesic during her morning patrol in North Caribou Lake!
@OPP_Hire
@OPP_Indigenous
#NipigonOPP
After you shovel your car out to get to work and then get assigned this car for your shift! This is considered the new OPP fitness test.....northern edition. All kidding aside, take time to ensure all snow is cleaned off your vehicle before hitting the highway. ^mg
Well this EGGsential worker, donning all his personal protective equipment is out on patrol today somewhere in Dryden. Watch out for this cottontail. ^pt
#OPP
#PPE
#Easter2020
Yesterday, the
#TBayOPP
celebrated PC Charles Macdonald and his 30 years of service. We wish you all the best in your retirement and we thank you for your dedicated service. ^ae
A Thunder Bay OPP officer travelling on Highway 17 in the Shabaqua area at 11:25 p.m. met a moose up close and person. The officer sustained minor injuries. Drive carefully out there as the moose are very active right now. ^pt
#OPP
#RoadSafety
#SwampDonkey
Who needs mail when you can get your paperwork hand-delivered by the
#TBayOPP
? Just ask this driver who thought passing a marked
#OPP
cruiser was a good idea. The driver was charged accordingly.
#DriveSafe
^ae
1/2 This is what it’s all about. PC Irwin with the
#RainyRiverOPP
was captured by a member of the public helping a community member in the Town of Fort Frances: Official with their groceries while he was in the downtown core conducting foot patrols.
#NWROPP
pays its respect to Canine Officer "Yukon" who recently passed away. Pictured here with NWR OPP Canine Handler Corey Parrish. Yukon was his first service dog and was adopted by Parrish upon his retirement. Thank you for your service Yukon, end of watch 09/08/21
Thanks to Sgt. Kerry Schmidt for visiting
#NWR
and
#NipigonOPP
. Did you know were hiring? Just ask Kerry. Be like him and think about coming up to North West Region. We have lots to offer and a seat in a cruiser waiting for you. What are you waiting for? Apply today! ^mf
#Ignace
OPP would like welcome PC Matthew Cooke and PC Whitney Scott to the
#DrydenOPP
policing family. We wish them all the best in their new policing career.
#OPP
#AlwaysHiring
^bb
The
#SchreiberOPP
received a call for a bear cub in distress. It was caught in a trap line designed for smaller animals. The momma 🐻 stood by and was beary thankful while officers manipulated the trap to free the cub unharmed. ^mf
#Kenoraopp
stopped this Commercial Motor vehicle for speeding. The driver had also been driving over his allotted time, had no log books, and no daily inspection documents. He was parked for the night after this interaction and had a few tickets to mull over. ^PM
Some people believe that a double rainbow is a sign of good luck and prosperity, and we hope that is true for the
#KenoraOPP
officer who captured this photo near the Ontario/Manitoba border ^al
KENORA ON: OPP Staff Sergeant Paul Van Belleghem worked his final shift yesterday. Van Belleghem is retiring after 33 years with the OPP. He was appointed to the OPP in 1985 and posted to the Vermilion Bay Detachment. Enjoy your retirement Paul! Well earned!
#KenoraOPP
^ mg
We often hear from people "go catch a real criminal, not someone speeding." Well a proactive traffic stop for speeding by
#KenoraOPP
resulted in several charges for open alcohol, cannabis readily available, drive with improper license and a speeding charge. ^PM
After 33 years of service with the
@rcmpgrcpolice
and the
#OPP
, Provincial Constable Gord Adams is retiring.
If you see Gord on the streets of
#Kenora
or guiding on Lake of the Woods, wish him luck in his retirement. Congratulations Gord! ^ae
We may not patrol under the bright city lights, but we do patrol the back roads of
#Machin
under this beautiful night sky! 📸 credit: PC Girard of the
#DrydenOPP
^bb
This BC driver's trip to Southern Ontario was cut short when he was stopped and charged
by
#DrydenOPP
for travelling 145 km/hr in a 90km/hr zone on
#HWY17
. His license has been suspended for 30 days and the vehicle has been impounded for 14 days.
#SlowDown
^bb
#NWROPP
Pilatus pilot Sgt. Kyle Wood provided this incredible photo of the beginning of his day....another reminder of the multitude of opportunities that lie within a career with the
#OPP
. We certainly appreciate the
#AviationUnit
and the outstanding work they do! Great Pic!^mg
#NWROPP
salutes HSD "LEGEND" constable Dave WHITE as he officially retires on Sunday. "Deputy Dave" has been a dedicated traffic officer his whole career and his efforts have definitely saved lives. We thank you for your service and wish you all the best in retirement! ^mg
The NWR OPP would like to wish the Humboldt Broncos all the best on their home opener tonight. This tragedy has touched all Canadians and really speaks to the grit, determination and strength of a small town. Dispatchers / First responders in our thoughts also.
#HumboldtStrong
The outpour of support for the
#DrydenOPP
officers injured this week has been nothing short of amazing. Thank you to our community and abroad for thinking of those involved. ^cc
#TBayOPP
stopped this driver for going 154 Km/Hr in a posted 80 Km/Hr zone. And if that wasn’t bad enough, the driver was also found to be IMPAIRED. This individual is now charged with Impaired Operation, Dangerous Operation and Stunt Driving. Please
#SlowDown
and
#DriveSober
.
1/2
#NWRTIME
Team members initiated a traffic stop on this commercial motor vehicle (CMV) yesterday on
#Hwy11
/17 in
#Nipigon
after receiving a traffic complaint from members of the general public.
#KenoraOPP
stopped this commercial motor vehicle traveling 123kph in the 90kph zone of Hwy 17A. He stated he received a speeding ticket last week and thus should receive a warning, surprisingly did not work.
#WorstExcuse
#breakingnotoptional
^PM
#SiouxLktOPP
Another day on patrol for PC Lucas Wolfe of the Sioux Lookout Detachment. What would seem unimaginable for some officers...is standard for those working up north. The Lac Seul ice road is vital for transporting goods up north.
#Iceroadtruckers
#Policingthenorth
!^mg
Another stunt driver caught by the
#SchreiberOPP
along
#Hwy17
speeding 182km/hr in a posted 90km/hr. Driving at speeds like this is dangerous to all who use our highways.
#SlowDown
^ae
Driver stopped for speeding on
#Hwy17
eastbound, travelling through the Hamlet of Wabigoon. Driver charged with speeding and failing to stop on right for emergency vehicle. Permit and insurance violations were also noted by the Officer.
#SlowDown
#DriveSafe
#DrydenOPP
^mb
Traffic stop by Dryden OPP took 8 Kilograms of Cocaine off the streets. Approximate street value of $800,000.00. Great job.
#PublicSafety
#CrimePreventon
pjt^
#StuntDriver
caught today in
@townshipofschreiber
. 133 Km/Hr in a posted 60 Km/Hr zone. SLOW DOWN! This person will be without their licence for the holiday season, and without their car for the next 14 days. No excuse for speeds this fast! Please
#SlowDown
. ^mf
#NWROPP
recently held a photo contest for members in the region. Below are some of the winning photos taken by our talented members. These photos will be displayed at Regional Headquarters. Great job by all....^mg
New life is being breathed back into the Cadet Program. After being discontinued for the past 10+ yrs, new members like Emily Reid from Collingwood are now joining the ranks of those before them. Welcome from your new
#OPP
family
@OPP_Hire
@OPPAssociation
#GreenstoneOPP
^al
Just something to ponder.
Please don't tell your children we will arrest them for being bad. We need your children to run towards us. To stand beside us. We don't need them running away. We are there to help.
#Opp
#Police
#OppMarathon
. ^pb
No, you're not seeing double -
#SLKTOPP
are proud to have PC D. HUSAK and PC J. HUSAK on duty in their home community of Sioux Lookout. Welcome, officers!
#PoliceFamily
#communitypolicing
^ad
NWR welcomes four new officers to
#DrydenOPP
&
#IgnaceOPP
... pictured below are PC Erica Kollmann, PC Mandie Ryan, PC Jordan Dasilva and PC Kyle Cuthbert. We wish them all the best for a safe and successful career with the OPP. ^ mg
#NipigonOPP
PC Darren Beebe saved the day by assisting the SONG family from Barrie who had blown a tire outside of Nipigon. Not only did he lend them his jack but assisted with changing the tire... in 30 degree weather! Now that is NWR hospitality at its best! Well done! ^mg
Our thoughts and prayers are with the two injured officers, members of the
@lpsmediaoffice
and their loved ones. Thank you for dedication and commitment to serve and protect our communities. ^ae
Stopped approximately 1 hour earlier for 139km/hr in a 90km/hr zone. Vehicle now impounded for 7 days after being stopped travelling at 163km/hr in a 90km/hr zone by
#MarathonOPP
#StuntDriving
#WatchForWildlife
^pb
NWR OPP congratulate MNR Conservation Officer Marco Grigio on his last day of work today. Marco was an integral part of the OPP Marine Course for over 12 years. Pictured below is Marco and his son Nikko, also a Game Warden in the Thunder Bay district.
#retiredfishcop
^mg
1/3 A driver from southern Ontario was stopped by the
#ManitouwadgeOPP
on
#Hwy17
for going 135 km/h in a 90 km/h. Upon initiating a traffic stop, officers observed that two young children in the rear of the motor vehicle were not wearing seatbelts.
#KenoraOPP
is committed to safety on the roads and highways.
#KenoraOPP
patrolling
#Hwy17
at 4:50 this morning stopped a commercial motor vehicle for speeding 125km/h in a 90km/h zone. Driver was charged with speeding and for a non working speed limiter. Travel safely !! ^mb
Group of officers heading up to Pikangikum for a northern deployment opportunity. Pictured left to right are Sgt. Mark Hillman, P/C David Knight, P/C Mark Quinton, A/S/Sgt. Brent Genereux and D/C Martin Mailloux-Ratte. All the best for a safe tour of duty. ^ mg
Congratulations -
#NWR
welcomes you with open arms! Introducing YOUR new Provincial Constables. This dedicated group is ready serve the communities throughout
#NWR
with pride and professionalism. ^ae
#OPPRedLake
- Sgt. Gord Ewald of the Ear Falls Detachment provided these incredible photos of a lynx enjoying a mid afternoon snack. A rare glimpse into such a majestic animal and the circle of life in the wilds of Northwestern Ontario. Great pics! ^mg
#KenoraOPP
officer P/C Mike Barclay got the opportunity to meet
#BryanBaeumler
of HGTV while he travels across the country. These are one of the many highlights In a great career with the OPP !^mb
While on patrol, officers came across a young hockey enthusiast playing road hockey. PC Mulligan and PC Jeronimo stopped and joined in the fun!
#DrydenOPP
^bb
No words. Our hearts are with the family, friends, colleagues, loved ones, and all members of the
#OPP
after the devastating loss of Sgt. Mueller. We are praying and thinking about the officers in hospital.
#HeroesInLife
^ae
It is with an extremely heavy heart that I regretfully advise that OPP Sgt. Eric Mueller has been killed in the line of duty. We anxiously await for further word on his fellow officers who are still at hospital. Our thoughts are with the officers, their families and colleagues.
1/2
#DrydenOPP
received an early morning traffic complaint of a CMV travelling westbound on
#Hwy17
all over the road, crossing the center line into oncoming traffic.
Congrats to our newest Emergency Response Team (ERT) members. These committed officers just completed the grueling 😓 10-week basic ERT course. The
#NWR
is proud to have you in this role. L-R
P/C Rubach (
#NipigonOPP
)
P/C Payne (
#KenoraOPP
)
P/C Tremblay (
#GreenstoneOPP
)
^sh
"and all other duties as assigned..."
Two of our
#deployedmembers
found this out when they were asked to referee the Pikangikum men’s hockey league last night! A lot of laughs! Great job by PC Craig Nelson (Fort Frances Detachment) and PC Valerie Watson (Perth Detachment) ^mg
Four individuals were arrested in Kenora on January 5, 2020. Police seized 34 grams of Crystal methamphetamine, Canadian currency and a large amount of stolen property. Great job Kenora Commuity Street Crime Unit and Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau!
#KenoraOPP
>lh
#NWROPP
members PC Brittany Dobbin and PC Darren Beebe snapped this
#SunDog
pic while on patrol on the ice road in Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug(Big Trout Lake).At -39 Celcius, Beebe pulled the seniority card and stayed in the warm truck while Brittany took the photo.Great pic!^mg
2/3 It is crucial we support one another in times like these and we send our deepest condolences to the friends and family of Provincial Constable Pierzchala, as well as members of the
#OPP
organization and our friends over in
@OPP_WR
#IgnaceOPP
attempted a traffic stop on Dec 10 and the vehicle fled. It was later stopped by Dryden OPP and determined to be stolen from Winnipeg. The driver was in possession of a large quantity of cocaine and cash. Driver charged with multiple offences. Excellent work! ^mg
This photo was taken on the Trans Canada Highway this morning near Upsala ON. Photo is courtesy of Provincial Constable Danette Hiscox who works out of the Shabaqua Detachment.
#OPP
#snowyowl
^ mg
#NWROPP
Congratulations to Sgt. Donna Hanson on her last day of work! Unfortunately Covid prevents a proper send off however we managed to get her some departing gifts to show our appreciation for all her efforts over the past 23 years. You will be missed.
#oppretirements
^ mg
Don't you love K9's that have over 220 million scent receptors? From a "routine" traffic stop, to all this cash. To the road warriors and the K-9 team that work with unrelenting determination. Always on call, always available. Great job again. ^pt
#opp
#K9
#ProceedsofCrime
#OPPNWR
Sioux Lookout OPP welcome three new members, P/C MAECKER, P/C RADDATZ AND P/C ROBB. All officers have successfully completed their training and will be on the road with their coach officers this week. Welcome to the North West Region. Be Safe out there!
#OPPSLKT
^ mg
#OPPThunderBay
Congratulations to Sgt Ted Becker as he prepares for retirement from the Ontario Provincial Police after 31 years of service. All the best Sgt Becker, you will be missed!^dc
Officers in
#picklelake
were joined by a furry friend at their RIDE program on Highway 599. He stopped by to assist with ensuring everyone was driving safe and sober. Although we are not accepting applications for
#K9
, we are
#alwayshiring
. ^sl
A two-day joint Commercial Motor Vehicle (CMV) Blitz in the City of Thunder Bay has resulted in numerous charges being laid.
#TBayOPP
and the NWR TIME Team teamed up with
@ONtransport
to conduct a CMV Blitz on the Highway 102/Dawson Road corridor. In total, 126 charges were laid
#NipigonOPP
conducted a traffic stop and seized approx. $700,000 in illegal tobacco. Driver was charged for trafficking contraband tobacco and possession of proceeds of crime. Vehicle and trailer were seized as offence related property. Excellent work!^mg
#OPPHIRE
Congratulations to newly promoted Sgt. Dan Mills of the Uniform Recruitment Section...seen here presenting his new badge is Inspector Chris Collins (left) and Superintendent Chuck Wesley. Sgt. Mills is the new Recruiter for the North West Region. Well done Dan! ^mg
#GreenstoneOPP
.....UPDATE: Zack Finlayson has been located alive and is being treated for exposure/frostbite. Thank you to all the Emergency Responders for their efforts and commitment in finding Zack and the community for supporting his family.
#workingtogether
^mg
#GreenstoneOPP
Due to the demanding weather conditions, police are asking the public to not venture into the wilderness and put further lives at risk. A number of Search and Rescue Units including a helicopter are actively looking for Zack. We appreciate all your support. ^ mg
#OPPRedLake
newest TRU member (Turtle Rescue Unit) Sgt. Gord Ewald puts himself in harms way to save the life of "Ted" the painted turtle. Probably the slowest life saving event ever recorded but regardless an incredible act of kindness...we salute Sgt. Ewald for his efforts!^mg
If +50km/hr over the speed limit wasn't bad enough, this
#KenoraOPP
traffic stop led a long list of charges including impaired operation, over 80, race a motor vehicle, drive with open liquor, no licence, fail to surrender permit, fail to surrender insurance ^al
#AtikokanOPP
conducted a traffic stop on November 24th in the Town of Atikokan. Officers were able to locate suspected illicit substances, Canadian currency, and items related to drug trafficking. Two individuals were arrested as a result of the traffic stop. ^HJR
On February 15, 2023 members of the
#DrydenOPP
detachment and
#CommunityStreetCrimeUnit
initiated a traffic stop of a vehicle for offences against the HTA. The occupants were found with a large quantity of drugs valued at $254,000.00. Both accused were held for bail. ^rf.
1/2
#RainyRiverOPP
member, Guy Beaudry, presented his first cousin and
#RainyRiverOPP
custodian, Andre Bremault, with this plaque for his ongoing dedication to the
#OPP
organization and for 37 years of service - rumour has it Andre has never called in sick.