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Barron, Gill, Harris, MacKenzie, McGrath, Rock, Stone, Vanbelle Cases on Today’s Criminal Court Docket

(GODERICH, ON) – A busy day is scheduled in criminal court later today, with several matters set to be addressed before the Ontario Court of Justice.

The docket includes a mix of bail hearings, show-cause appearances, and dates to be set for trial. Among those listed are Christopher Barron, Nicholas Gill, Mitchell Harris, Zachary MacKenzie, Craig McGrath, Christopher Rock, Brody Stone, and Jason Vanbelle.

Source: https://www.ontariocourtdates.ca/

Proceedings are scheduled to begin at 10:00 a.m., with most matters appearing in the “EXAM” courtroom and heard by video. MacKenzie is noted as appearing in person for his bail hearings. Harris and McGrath each have multiple matters listed, while Stone faces several separate bail phase entries on today’s list.

Court appearances marked “set date for trial” indicate scheduling of upcoming trial dates, while “bail phase” and “show cause” matters will determine whether the accused remain in custody or are released pending trial.

The outcomes of today’s hearings will guide the next steps in each of these cases. Updates will follow once the matters have been spoken to before the presiding justice.

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Assault & Theft In Goderich – 29 Year Old Arrested Again #3Strikes

(GODERICH, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident at a retail store on Huron Road in the Town of Goderich. 

On Friday, September 5th, 2025, just after 9:50 a.m., Huron OPP officers were contacted about an individual who reportedly stole items from a store and assaulted a staff member. Police subsequently located and arrested the individual nearby. Officers located the stolen merchandise on the accused. The staff member was not injured in the assault.

David LENTING, 29 years-of-age of no fixed address has been charged with the following offences:

–      Assault,

–      Theft Under $5,000,

–      Fail to Comply with Probation.

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

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Over 100 Criminals To Attend Goderich Court Today! NAMES RELEASED

The criminal court is set for a packed schedule today, with well over 100 matters on the docket, ranging from first appearances and trial scheduling to plea hearings and routine “to be spoken to” updates. Source: https://www.ontariocourtdates.ca/

On the docket today are:
Robyn Adams
Matthew Archibald
Chad Armstrong
Z. B.
Robert Baxter
Kaeley Baynton
Jennifer Bell
Perry Bennett
Kevin Benninger
Michael Beynen
Justin Blackwood
Brian Bourassa
Kurt Brall
Andrew Brodhagen
Boyd Brown
Patrick Brunk
Shannen Bryant
Reid Button
R. C.
Jessica Caldwell
Michelle Cavell
Jacob Cockram
Colin Corriveau
Stephanie Cote
Earthnel Cross
J. D.
Catlin Daer
Antoni Dolinski
Armando Dolinski
William Doran
T. E.
Maxworth Forsythe
Fijo Francis
Jenna Gilbert
Matthew Goodhand
Brody Grummett-Nairn
Morgan Grummett-Nairn
C. H.
Jonathan Hardy
Cheryl Henderson
Leibniz Herrera-Chavez
John Hoogenes
Evan Hoonaard
Ashley Hudson
Douglas Irwin
A. J.
David Koole
David Kunzle
Kealin Labbe
Jorden Lovelace
J. M.
Kyle MacDonald
Matthew MacPhee
Kendra May
Andrew McAllister
Tabare Montesdeoca
Kristopher Morton
Jason Nieuwenhoff
J. O.
Ehimwenma-Ke Osa-Okunbor
Christopher Pitters
Susan Polillo
Connor Rankin
Cory Richardson
Michael Robertson
Robert Rowbotham
John Rozendal
Kyle Ryckman
Tyler Schaefer
Jacklyn Sereres
Syed Shah
Kevin Sharman
Olivia Shepherd
Kyle Smith
Mateusz Sokolowski
Travis Stafford
Leonard Steep
Brandon Stone
Douglas Thompson
Mitchell Topham
Raymond Ulch
Stephanie Upcott
Ashley Upshall
Regan Vanninhuys
Jonathan Vitorino
Savannah Walsh
Ramone Wilks
Daniel Wilson
Jordan Woods
John Zarola

Morning Session (9:00 a.m.)
The day will open with multiple first appearances and preliminary proceedings. Among those scheduled are Perry Bennett, Justin Blackwood, Jacob Cockram, Colin Corriveau, and Christopher Upshall, appearing by video for matters to be spoken to or to set trial dates. Several individuals, including Jessica Caldwell, John Hoogenes, Kealin Labbe, Tabare Montesdeoca, and Jonathan Vitorino, are expected to appear in person for their first court appearances.

Mid-Morning to Noon (10:00–12:30 p.m.)
A series of trial scheduling hearings will dominate the mid-morning session. Multiple cases involve repeat appearances, such as Shannen Bryant, facing several matters before the court, and Kyle Ryckman, who also has multiple counts scheduled. Other defendants expected to set trial dates include Evan Hoonaard, Ashley Hudson, Douglas Irwin, Connor Rankin, Robert Rowbotham, Daniel Wilson, and Stephanie Upcott.

At 12:30 p.m., Patrick Brunk is scheduled to appear by video to enter a plea, while J.M. will appear shortly after for a plea hearing.

Afternoon Session (2:15–3:45 p.m.)
Plea hearings will continue into the afternoon with Morgan and Brody Grummett-Nairn scheduled to take pleas by video. Later, Boyd Brown and David Koole are expected in person for plea proceedings.

Case Types
The bulk of the cases on the docket are administrative in nature, with dozens listed simply “to be spoken to.” Others will focus on trial scheduling, while a smaller number involve first appearances or plea hearings.

Overall
The high volume of cases highlights the court’s continuing backlog, with many accused expected to return for repeated procedural appearances. Several individuals have multiple matters before the court under different case numbers, underscoring the complexity of today’s docket.

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Cove Beach Chaos: Two Young Drivers Caught on Camera Doing Stunts – Names Released

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals following incidents that took place in the Town of Goderich on Saturday September 13th, 2025.   

On September 16th, 2025, police were contacted by Town of Goderich staff to investigate damage to property owned by the Town at the Cove Beach area. Video surveillance in the area caught two different drivers performing stunts with their vehicles in the parking area near the Cove Beach on September 13th, 2025.

Police identified and later located the two individuals responsible, and they were arrested for the offences of Mischief and Stunt Driving.

Brooke HAYES, 23 years-of-age from Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on November 24th, 2025.

Damian PHILLIP-THRUPP, 22 years-of-age from Central Huron has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000.

The accused was additionally charged with an offence found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), Drive Motor Vehicle – Perform Stunt.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on November 24th, 2025.

If you witness a crime or have information that can assist police, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or call 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or leave a secure web tip at P3tips.com.

Police would like to remind the public that the Town of Goderich utilizes CCTV video surveillance with cameras placed strategically throughout Goderich. The Town of Goderich will continue to work closely with the OPP to hold individuals accountable for any unlawful activity.

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Barron, Dietz, Edwards, Elliott, McGrath, Morrison, Stone, Vanbelle, Vock On 19Sept2025 Goderich Court Docket

The Ontario Court of Justice in Goderich will hear a busy slate of criminal matters today, with multiple set-date, bail, and trial appearances scheduled across the morning.


Source: https://www.ontariocourtdates.ca/

Scheduled Matters

  • Christopher Barron – set date for trial at 10:00 a.m. by video.
  • Darwin Dietz – three separate “to be spoken to” listings at 11:30 a.m., appearing both by video and in person.
  • Lief Edwards – trial scheduled in courtroom 2 at 10:00 a.m., appearing in person.
  • Stephanie Elliott – multiple set-date appearances at 10:00 a.m., all listed by video.
  • R.M. – four separate set-date matters at 10:00 a.m. by video.
  • Craig McGrath – three separate “to be spoken to” appearances at 10:00 a.m. by video.
  • Robert Morrison – four separate set-date appearances under different case numbers at 10:00 a.m. by video.
  • Brody Stone – five bail phase hearings at 10:00 a.m., all by video.
  • Jason Vanbelle – two bail phase hearings at 10:00 a.m. by video.
  • Michael Vock – set date for trial at 10:00 a.m. by video.

Format

Most proceedings are scheduled by video appearance, with a few in-person listings noted.

📍 Location: Goderich Courthouse, 1 Court House Square.

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Goderich Criminal Court 18Sept2025: Brak, Brideau, Harris, Londry, McGrath, and Vanbelle

The court will hear a full slate of criminal matters later today involving several repeat names and multiple appearances.

  • Daymien Brak is scheduled for a bail phase hearing at 10:00 a.m. via video.
  • Joseph Brideau has two separate matters listed for 11:30 a.m., both video motions.
  • N.G. will appear by video at 10:00 a.m. for a motion hearing.
  • Mitchell Harris has three separate matters scheduled, each to set trial dates by video at 10:00 a.m.
  • Logan Londry is scheduled twice at 2:15 p.m. in Room 2, both in-person appearances to take a plea.
  • Craig McGrath has three matters listed back-to-back, all set for trial date scheduling by video at 10:00 a.m.
  • T.R. will appear in Room 2 at 10:00 a.m. for a sentencing date to be set.
  • Jason Vanbelle has two separate matters scheduled at 10:00 a.m., both video appearances to set trial dates.

The docket is expected to include a mix of bail proceedings, trial scheduling, plea hearings, and motions, marking a particularly busy day in the criminal courts.

For up-to-date dockets visit https://www.ontariocourtdates.ca

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Goderich Homeless Person With Gun & Amunition Arrested Is Repeat Offender #3Strikes


(GODERICH, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident on Victoria Street South in the Town of Goderich. 

On Friday, August 29th, 2025, just after 3:00 p.m., Huron OPP officers were contacted about an individual who reportedly made threats involving a weapon. Police subsequently located and arrested the individual. Officers located an imitation handgun loaded with pellet ammunition on the accused.

Logan LONDRY, 25 years-of-age of no fixed address has been charged with the following offences:

–      Uttering Threats – Cause Death or Bodily Harm,

–      Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose,

–      Breach of Recognizance – (two counts).

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich.

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Docket Summary – Goderich 17Sept2025

The Goderich courthouse saw a busy docket today, with multiple bail hearings, trial scheduling appearances, and motions being addressed. Most matters proceeded by video, though a handful of defendants appeared in person.

Bail Hearings & Show Cause

Several accused faced bail-related proceedings.

  • Hannah Gower appeared in person for a bail hearing.
  • Kyle Ryckman had three separate matters before the court, all for bail hearings/show cause, also in person.
  • Travis Johnson, Daymien Brak, Marty O’Brien, Matthew O’Brien, and Jason Vanbelle all appeared by video for bail-related phases.
  • David Lenting faced an especially heavy docket, with at least six separate bail phase matters heard by video.

Trial Scheduling

Several cases were before the court to set trial dates:

  • Christopher Barron
  • C.D.
  • D.D. (matter “to be spoken to”)
  • Fernando Demelo, who had five separate matters listed, all scheduled to set trial dates.

Motions

  • Gordon Keeso had two motions scheduled at 11:30 a.m., both conducted by video.

Trials in Progress

  • Peter Witmer was listed for a trial in Room 2 at 10:00 a.m. He also had a separate matter “to be spoken to,” suggesting multiple issues before the court.

Key Takeaways

  • Volume of Bail Matters: A significant portion of the morning docket centered on bail hearings, particularly for repeat or multiple charges (e.g., David Lenting and Kyle Ryckman).
  • Heavy Caseloads for Individuals: Both Demelo and Lenting faced numerous active case numbers.
  • Mix of Video and In-Person Attendance: While most cases proceeded by video, the court continues to handle serious matters like bail hearings and trials with in-person appearances.
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Assault In Wingham – Daniel NOBLE Arrested & Released #3Strikes

(NORTH HURON, ON) – On Friday, August 22nd, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of an assault on William Street in the Township of North Huron, Town of Wingham.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed an assault on another person.

The suspect was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offence:

Daniel NOBLE, 39 years-of-age from North Huron has been charged with:

–      Assault.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on September 29, 2025.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Police Assaulted In Goderich – Dawnalee MOORE Arrested And Released

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident following an incident that took place in the Town of Goderich on Sunday, August 18th, 2025.

Just before 3:00 p.m., on August 18th, 2025, police were contacted to investigate a disturbance on Balvina Drive in Goderich. Police attended and located an individual who was confrontational with police, and uttered threats. During their arrest, the accused resisted arrest and assaulted the officers but was eventually taken into custody.

Dawnalee MOORE, 36 years of age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Assault a Peace Officer – (three counts),

–      Obstruct Peace Officer,

–      Uttering Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm – (three counts),

–      Mischief Under $5,000,

–      Resist Peace Officer.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 06, 2025.

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Goderich Drunk Driver Arrested – Johannes VANEEKEN

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Goderich resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic complaint in the Town of Goderich reported to police on August 17th, 2025. 

Just after 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, August 17, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a complaint from a concerned citizen that a driver may be driving impaired in the Town of Goderich. The driver was located shortly after by police and arrested for impaired operation.

The driver was transported to the Huron OPP detachment in Clinton where they provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician. Breath samples were provided to police which resulted in readings over three times the legal limit.

As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Johannes VANEEKEN, 50 years-of-age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich. 

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Goderich & Seaforth Drug Bust – Names Released

(GODERICH / HURON EAST, ON) – An investigation conducted by officers from the Huron-Perth Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU) resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs, weapons, and offence-related property. Criminal charges have been laid against three Huron County residents.

An investigation initiated in May 2025 by members of the Huron-Perth CSCU led investigators to addresses in the Municipality of Huron East and the Town of Goderich. OPP officers from the Grey-Bruce CSCU, Wellington CSCU, West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and members from the Huron OPP detachment assisted with the investigation.

On Thursday, September 4th, 2025, three separate search warrants were executed in Goderich (two) and Seaforth (one), which resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs and related property.

A quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine was seized. The total value of the illegal drugs seized is estimated at $13,805. Additional offence-related property including a cellular phone, digital scales, packaging material, and imitation firearms seized by police totaled $1,650. Canadian currency seized totaled $2,110.

Tyler FISHER, 26 years of age from Goderich has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine,
  • Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine.

The accused was processed, held for a bail hearing, and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 06, 2025.

Matthew ROUNDS, 32 years of age from Goderich has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Cocaine.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20, 2025.

Timothy LAWRENCE, 64 years of age from Huron East has been charged with:

  • Possession of Schedule I Substance – Cocaine.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on October 20, 2025.

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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35 Year Old From Goderich Arrested – Details Released

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged an individual following an incident that took place in the Town of Goderich on Thursday August 14th, 2025.   

Just after 3:00 p.m., on August 14th, 2025, police were contacted to investigate damage to a vehicle window caused by an individual on Mooney Street in Goderich. Police located the individual who was arrested shortly after for the offence of Mischief.

Jonathan VITORINO, 35 years-of-age from Goderich has been charged with:

–      Mischief Under $5,000.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on September 22nd, 2025.

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Copper Stolen From Hydro Poles In Goderich

(GODERICH, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a theft of copper wire in Goderich that occurred sometime in August 2025. 

On August 11, 2025, Huron County OPP officers were contacted by Erth Power staff in Goderich who reported theft of copper wire from nine hydro poles on Parsons Court. The value of the wire is several hundred dollars, however the cost of repair to the poles is estimated to be much more than that.

If you have any information about this crime, please contact the Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122, or 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or leave a secure web tip at P3tips.com.

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43 Year Old From Goderich Arrested – Details Released

(GODERICH, ON) – On July 31st, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Town of Goderich.

As a result of the investigation, OPP learned that the involved suspect had allegedly committed criminal acts against their partner.

A 43-year-old individual from Goderich was arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault with a Weapon – Spousal,

–      Mischief – Domestic,

–      Careless Storage of a Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited Device or Ammunition.

The accused was processed and later released with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on September 8th, 2025.

Victims of intimate partner violence (IPV) are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Huron at www.victimserviceshuronperth.ca or by calling toll free at #1-866-863-4108, or #1-519-600-4108.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.