(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – On May 23, 2026, at approximately 9:30 p.m., members of the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were on general patrol when they conducted a proactive traffic stop in the area of Highway 26 and Saint Clair Street.
As a result of the investigation, officers identified an individual who was wanted on outstanding warrants. Mark BECKETT, a 60-year-old of Collingwood, was arrested and charged with the following offences:
- Failure to Attend Court After Having Appeared
- Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
The accused was held for a bail hearing and appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice in relation to these charges.
Members of the Collingwood and The Blue Mountains OPP remain committed to proactive policing and community safety. Through ongoing patrols and enforcement efforts, officers continue to identify individuals involved in criminal activity and ensure they are held accountable.
The OPP encourages members of the public to report suspicious activity and work together with police to help keep our communities safe.
