It was another busy weekend for Northumberland OPP fire, crash, break-and-enter, and impaired driving-related investigations.
Here’s your latest OPP rundown:
BREAK AND ENTER AT CAMPBELLFORD SCHOOL:
On Saturday, May 9, shortly after 11:50 p.m., officers said they responded to an alarm activation at a school in Campbellford. Police observed damage to an entry point and evidence that the building had been entered, with items reported stolen, said police, adding no suspects were found at the time.
Officers also attended a nearby school where graffiti was discovered on an exterior wall and a local scenes of crime officer was called in to assist.
On Sunday, May 10, at about 2 a.m., police said they were informed that a portable toilet had been set on fire at a recreational park on Saskatoon Avenue. A description of the individuals believed to be responsible was provided to OPP.
At about 5 a.m., officers located and spoke with several youths in the area. As a result of the investigation, OPP said a 17-year-old male from the Township of Cramahe and a 14-year-old male from the Municipality of Trent Hills were charged with: Break and enter – commit indictable offence, possession of break-in instruments, three counts of mischief – destroys or damages property, and possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000.
The accused cannot be identified under provisions of the Youth Criminal Justice Act.
NO FOUL PLAY STRUCTURE FIRE:
On Saturday, May 9, at about 10:15 a.m., emergency crews responded to reports of a structure fire at a Dudley Road residence in the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand.
Police shut down the road as firefighters worked the scene and the fire caused significant damage, but no injuries were reported and foul play isn’t suspected, reported OPP.
CHARGES LAID AFTER 2-VEHICLE CRASH:
On Sunday, May 10, at about 4:40 a.m., emergency crews responded to a crash involving two tractor-trailers on Hwy. 401 westbound in Alnwick/Haldimand.
The highway had to be shut down until about 9 a.m. for the on-site investigation, and one driver was sent to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, said police.
As a result of the investigation, police said a 43-year-old Brampton man was charged with careless driving and unsafe move – lane or shoulder.
While the highway was closed, police also said a 46-year-old Cobourg man was charged with driving on a closed highway and failing to surrender a licence.
OPP continues to call on motorists to obey road closures, stressing they’re in place to protect first-responders, investigators and the public.
IMPAIRED DRIVING PROBE BRIGHTON:
On Saturday, May 9, 2026, at about 2:50 p.m., an officer on patrol reportedly observed a vehicle unable to maintain its lane on Stoney Point Road in the Municipality of Brighton. The vehicle was stopped and after an interaction with the driver, an impaired operation investigation was initiated, resulting in the driver being taken into custody and transported to a local detachment for further testing, said police.
As a result of the investigation, police said a 21-year-old Campbellford woman was charged with: Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus), operation while impaired – alcohol and drugs, novice driver – blood alcohol concentration above zero, and failure to notify change of address.
The accused was also issued a 90-day licence suspension and the vehicle impounded for a week.
Northumberland OPP continues to ask citizens to report suspected impaired driving by calling 911.
WEEKEND TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT:
Over the weekend, Northumberland OPP laid 66 charges through traffic enforcement initiatives, with the most offence again being speeding and a total of 27 charges laid.
Meanwhile, another three charges were issued under the “Move Over Law,” for drivers failing to slow down and change lanes when approaching stopped emergency vehicles and tow trucks with flashing lights.
These laws exist to protect first-responders and roadside workers who face serious risks while assisting the public, reiterated OPP.
None of the charges in the above unrelated incidents have been proven in court.
