COLLABORATIVE OPP-MNR PATROL RESULTS IN CRIMINAL CHARGE

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) - Members of the Central Region Snow Vehicle, All-Terrain Vehicle, Vessel Enforcement and Education (SAVE) Team of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting joint patrols with a Ministry of Natural Resources and Forestry (MNRF) Conservation Officer in Simcoe County. During the patrol, a routine stop led to a driver being charged under the Criminal Code of Canada.

On Tuesday, November 4, 2025, an OPP SAVE Team member was conducting joint patrols with an MNR and Forestry Conservation Officer in Simcoe County. The patrol focused on enforcement related to the Fish and Wildlife Conservation Act (FWCA), Off-Road Vehicles Act, and checking hunters for firearm safety.

During these routine patrols, officers stopped a vehicle under the authority of the FWCA. During the interaction, an odour of alcohol was detected.

As a result of the investigation, Liam WANNAMAKER, 24 of Wasaga Beach, was charged under the Criminal Code of Canada with:

• Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand

The accused was also served with a 90-day automatic driver’s licence suspension and a seven-day vehicle impoundment notice.