East Algoma OPP – Driver arrested after Vehicle Stop

Driver arrested after pickup truck stopped on Hergott Avenue.

On March 1, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a vehicle stop with a known black pickup truck. Police knew the owner/driver was not to be operating a motor vehicle. The driver also had suspected cocaine in his possession and was subsequently arrested.

Timothy (Tim) MORAN, 44-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

• Failure to comply with release order (five counts)
• Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sault Ste. Marie on March 2, 2026.

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