Hunting Safety

(Primrose, ON) Hunting season is fast upon us and there isn’t a day that goes by without officers from the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responding to hunting related calls for service. In many cases, hunters are very cautious and responsible individuals, but there are a few that are giving this sport a bad name and the manner in which they hunt, can only be described as dangerous.

OPP Nab Two Vehicles Racing in Mono

(Primrose, ON) On Tuesday October 22,2013 at 3:10 pm Dufferin OPP Traffic Unit were conducting Radar Patrol on eastbound Hockley Road in the Town of Mono. An Eastbound Lincoln was travelling at 105 km/hr in a 50 km/hr zone. The 69 year old male driver from Bobcaygeon,Ontario was charged with Race Motor vehicle under the Highway traffic Act.

Winter Weather is Just Around the Corner

(Primrose, ON) “Although it is hard to believe, winter weather will soon be making a return to the area and motorists are reminded that now is the time to get yourself and your motor vehicle ready for winter” says Chief Superintendent Brad Blair, Regional Commander of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Central Region.

“By getting your vehicle winter-ready, this can be very simply done with a maintenance check-up. A pre-winter check-up should include a physical inspection and testing of the battery, belts, hoses, radiator, oil, lights, brakes, tires, exhaust system, heater/defroster, wipers and ignition system by a trained automotive professional. Your fuel tank should always have at least half a tank of gas at all times once the weather turns colder and you need to make sure that you have sufficient windshield washer fluid in the reservoir that is rated at a minimum of -40 Degrees Celsius. It is also very important to keep an extra jug in the vehicle” adds Chief Superintendent Blair.

Did You Know? ...

(Primrose, ON) DO YOU KNOW THE BEST WAY TO CONTACT THE OPP?

Dufferin OPP Detachment has been experienced in past incidents where policing issues have come to our attention through non-traditional ways. We encourage anyone who needs policing services to make use of the 911 system, a call to the non-emergent toll free telephone number, or to the Detachment itself to report public safety/policing matters as they occur. A call to the police in a timely way helps us serve the community with an effective police response, and deal with and through the community to keep our County safe.

Not Wearing Seat Belt a Causal Factor in Three Road Deaths

(Primrose, ON) The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has wrapped up its Fall seat belt campaign and has tallied up its statistics for the annual campaign which ran from September 26 to October 13, 2013.
Sadly, lack of seat belt use was a factor in three people losing their lives in road crashes in OPP jurisdictions during this year’s campaign. According to the OPP, fatalities and injuries in which lack of seat belt use is a factor are among the most preventable of deaths on highways and roads.

Community Column by Don Butt (Oct. 2013)

(Town of Mono, ON) This month we want to talk about something we are calling "driving distractions". This is not just using a cell phone for talking or text but other distractions as well. These consist of things like eating, drinking, dialing a radio station, changing a CD, putting on lipstick (yes, they do!), removing a jacket, or checking a road map and many others. If you are caught talking on a cell phone while driving, you may be ticketed or warned. Using hands free equipment may save you, but are you thinking about safe driving or is all your attention on the conversation? When I first got a cell phone, I tried a  simple hands free setup. I didn’t like it so I adopted a habit of pulling over, making my call and then pulling back on the road. I think this is a good policy for many of the things we do. If you have a passenger, ask them to look after the CD or radio or check the map. You may live longer.

OPP to Join Ontario Police Partners for Operation Impact

(ORILLIA, ON) – In partnership with its Ontario police partners, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is gearing up for Operation Impact, Canada’s largest annual road safety campaign which takes place over the Thanksgiving Long Weekend.

During Operation Impact, the OPP and its policing partners will be collaborating to raise awareness and enforce traffic laws associated with the “Big 4” driving behaviours that continue to take innocent lives on highways and roads: Impaired driving, lack of occupant restraint, distracted driving and all aspects of aggressive driving.

ATV Safety Begins with the Operator

(ORILLIA, ON) – With the upcoming Thanksgiving weekend soon approaching, outdoor enthusiasts will be out enjoying the last official long weekend of the year. That being said, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) want to see that this weekend is a safe one and one that is free from tragedy on our roadways, waterways and trails. The public can expect to see an increased police presence within the OPP Central Region to ensure that this takes place.

Check List for closing the Cottage

(Dufferin County, ON)- OPP are reminding residents that It’s autumn and the time has arrived for all property owners to start considering the closure and winterizing of their cottages.

Cottages and summer homes are most vulnerable to thieves from the week following Thanksgiving to the weeks prior to Victoria Day, especially if the owners are not using them for fall, winter or spring getaways.

Remember, if there is no one living at it or checking it regularly, the cost of owning a cottage or summer property includes the frustration and irritation of repairing damage and replacing stolen property.

Crimestoppers Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka 15th ANNUAL FUNDRAISING GALA AND AUCTION - November 2, 2013

Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka is looking for the support of the communities we serve as we approach the date for our 15th Annual Fundraising Gala and Auction, which is being held at beautiful Casino Rama on Saturday November 2, 2013.

Crime Stoppers is an independent, non-profit charitable organization that works with the Police, Media and Community to solve crime through the collection of anonymous tips from the public. These tips have helped local Police to arrest 3,842 people, clear 6,075 cases and seize over $56 million in illicit drugs during the rich 26-year history of our program.

OPP Catch Speeder in Mono

(Mono, ON.) - On Friday October 4, 2013 at 8:30 pm Dufferin OPP were conducting speed enforcement on Highway 10 at Mono Centre road in village of Camilla.

A Northbound Jeep was clocked at 135 kms per hour in a posted 80 km per hour zone. The vehicle was pulled over in a traffic stop.

A 26 year old Mono man had both his vehicle impounded and drivers license seized for 7 days.

He will appear in Orangeville court at a later date.

Dufferin OPP Investigate Daylight Break ins in Mono

(Dufferin County) On September 6, 2013 Dufferin OPP attended the scene of a daytime break and enter on Madill Drive in Town of Mono. Investigation revealed that unknown suspect(s) entered a residence through an open garage door and then into the home all while the home owner was working in the backyard. Once inside thieves stole Jewellery and Cash.

On September 19, 2013, Dufferin OPP responded to a second Break and Enter on Cedar Grove Lane in Town of Mono Town with the exact same method of entry and same type of items taken.