(Brant County, ON) – On December 27, 2025, at approximately 6:28 pm, Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a residence following a report of a health concern for a 39-year-old male homeowner.
Upon arrival, officers attempted to contact the individual by knocking on the front door multiple times. After no response, communication was established via cell phone. During the conversation, the homeowner directed officers to leave the property.
Shortly after, the complainant advised police that the homeowner had stated no one should return to the residence, as he possessed firearms and was prepared to use them. The individual also indicated he would not speak further with police or come to the door.
Based on this information, Brant County OPP determined the situation had escalated, and the male was considered a barricaded person.
Public safety measures were implemented, Brant County OPP immediately issued a public advisory through social media posts, for all residents in the immediate area to remain indoors for safety reasons. Officers secured the scene and closed area roads to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. OPP specialty emergency response units were deployed to assist.
Negotiation efforts took place for several hours as police made repeated attempts to negotiate with the homeowner and encourage him to surrender peacefully. Despite these efforts, the individual refused to comply. At 5:33 am, OPP TRUE TEAM with a warrant to enter the residence, entered the residence and placed the male homeowner under arrest without incident. Ems personnel attended to the Accused for medical observation. The Accused was held for a Bail Hearing. There is no ongoing threat to public safety.