MADAWASKA VALLEY: Driver’s licence suspended, tractor impounded after dispute

MADAWASKA VALLEY — The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a dispute between two parties in Madawaska Valley which resulted in one person being charged with multiple offences.

On Monday May 25, 2026, shortly after 8:00 a.m., officers located one of the individuals involved operating a tractor.

As a result of the investigation, Daniel Trapp, 68-years-old of Madawaska Valley, was charged with the following offences:

• Failure or refusal to comply with a demand
• Mischief – interfere with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property under $5,000

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on June 30, 2026. Their driver’s licence was suspended for 90 days and their tractor was impounded for seven days.

The OPP reminds motorists that impaired driving laws apply to all motor vehicles – including ATVs, snowmobiles, motorcycles, tractors and boats. Drivers are urged to plan ahead and never operate any vehicle while impaired by alcohol or drugs.