Perth OPP have charged a Stratford resident who was driving a tractor while impaired in Monkton.
On May 11, just after 12 a.m., police observed a tractor swerving on Queen Avenue in Monkton.
After a traffic stop, police determined that the driver was showing signs of impairment. The driver was placed under arrest and transported to a local operations centre for further testing. A 28-year-old Stratford man is charged with operation while impaired - alcohol and drugs and operation while impaired - blood alcohol concentration (80 plus).
Per statute, the vehicle was impounded for seven days. The accused is scheduled to appear at Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford to answer to the charges.
North Perth resident victim of fraud
Perth County OPP remind the public to be vigilant after a North Perth resident was defrauded of $1,000.
The victim was contacted via a text message, from what appeared to be a co-worker. The suspect instructed the victim to purchase $1,000 worth of Google Play Cards.
OPP encourages the public to stay educated and informed to reduce the risk of being a victim of fraud. If you received a message that asks for any personal information (name, birthday, address, phone number, bank information, SIN number), do not provide the information, and check with your bank to make sure the communication is actually coming from them.
Red flags to look for when you receive messages include generic messages (that do not use your name), spelling mistakes, automated messages, and messages from banks/websites you have never used before.
For more information on scams and frauds, you can read 'The Little Black Book of Scams', which can be found online: https://www.competitionbureau.
If you are the recipient of a fraudulent call, text, or email, or if you have been a victim of a fraud, you can report the incident to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre by calling 1-888-495-8501 or visit http://www.antifraudcentre-
Truck Recovered in North Perth
Perth OPP have recovered a stolen pick-up truck on Perth Road 178 in the Municipality of North Perth. The vehicle was located recently partially on the roadway. There was no one with the vehicle, and it had different licence plates attached.
The investigation is ongoing.
Police began an investigation April 30 when a 2009 White GMC Sierra was stolen overnight from a business located on Line 81, in North Perth.
OPP remind citizens to keep all vehicles and buildings locked and to report any suspicious activity immediately. Consider installing security features, such as increased lighting, cameras, or alarms.
Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or online at www.opp.ca/reporting.
Adult and child assaulted in domestic incident
Perth OPP have charged a North Perth resident after two people, including a baby, were assaulted during a domestic argument.
Police were investigating a report of a domestic dispute between two people no longer in a relationship. It was disclosed that one person had assaulted the other in December 2021, in North Perth. The victim was not injured, but they were holding a baby at the time, who was also struck, causing minor injuries.
A 27-year-old resident of North Perth is charged with assault – spousal and assault.
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear at Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford.
Victims of sexual assault/domestic violence are not alone. If you, or someone you know, is in need of support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services Bruce Grey Perth at 1-866-376-9852.
