NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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SPRINGWATER TWP — Members of the Huronia West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Springwater Fire Department and the County of Simcoe Paramedic Services were called to a single motor vehicle collision on Highway 26 near McNabb Road west of Minesing just before 6 p.m. on Dec. 21.
One occupant fled the collision scene on foot and ran into a rural area. Police contained the immediate area, and began a search with the assistance of the OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) and OPP Canine. A short time later, the driver was located and apprehended.
This driver was subsequently identified as the same driver who had also fled earlier when police attempted to conduct a traffic stop.
Christopher Anoff, 29, of Brampton was arrested and charged with:
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
- Flight from peace officer
- Failure to stop after accident
- Trespassing at night
- Careless driving
- Use plate not authorized for vehicle
- Driving while under suspension
- Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood on Feb. 1, 2022.
The OPP is dedicated to serve our province by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety.
Huronia West OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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