(CHIPPEWAS OF THE THAMES FIRST NATION, ON) – Disturbance at a residence leads to impaired charge.



On March 16, 2025, at 8:57 p.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Lower Chippewa Road North in Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, for the report of a family dispute.



Two involved individuals fled the scene in a vehicle, prior to police arrival.



Patrols were made by officers at which time the vehicle was located on Bear Creek Road.

The passenger in the vehicle fled on foot, however, was quickly arrested.

The driver was also placed under arrest.

The driver and passenger were transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

The driver, Tyson STURGEON, a 23-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation has been charged under the Criminal Code, Highway Traffic Act and Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act with:

Operation while impaired – alcohol
Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
Novice driver fail to surrender licence
Novice driver – B.A.C. above zero
Use plate not authorized for vehicle
Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on April 10, 2025.

The passenger, a 24-year-old of Chippewas of the Thames First Nation, was charged under the Liquor Licence Control Act with Being intoxicated in public place and was held until sober.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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