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Area OPP Huron-Kinloss OPP Police Press Releases

Brandon GEIGER Arrested After Incident With A Corporation #CommunityOverCorporations

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On November 24, 2025, at approximately 4:22 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a disturbance in the area of MacDonald Street and Queen Street in Ripley, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Officers learned that a telecommunications company was working in the area when the employee was confronted by a disgruntled resident. The individual continued to cause a scene, yelling and using profanities before striking the company’s vehicle with a steel pole, causing damage.

As a result of the investigation, police arrested and charged Brandon GEIGER, 33-years-old, resident of Huron-Kinloss with the following:

  • Causing a disturbance, CC 175(1)(a)
  • Mischief under $5,000, CC 430(4)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on January 7, 2026, to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Tyler DENHAM Arrested In A-C-W For Drunk Driving

(ASHFIELD-COLBORNE-WAWANOSH TWP, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Huron-Kinloss Township resident with impaired driving offences following a traffic stop on October 29, 2025, in Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh Township. 

Just after 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle on Bluewater Highway in ACW Twp. The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation.

The accused provided breath samples before a qualified Intoxilyzer Breath Technician at the Huron County OPP detachment in Clinton. Breath samples provided to police resulted in readings over the legal limit.

Tyler DENHAM, 39 years-of-age from Huron-Kinloss Twp. has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with two offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA).

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for seven days, and the accused’ driver’s license was suspended for a period of 90 days.

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

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Area OPP Huron-Kinloss Lucknow OPP Police Press Releases

21 Year-Old From Lucknow Strikes Hydro Pole

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On November 11, 2025, at approximately 10:06 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a motor vehicle collision along Bruce Road 1, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the scene to find a single vehicle had struck a hydro pole, causing a closure of Bruce Road 1 between Bruce Road 6 and Statters Lake Avenue until approximately 6:00 p.m.

A 21-year-old motorist from Lucknow was charged with:

  • Careless driving, HTA 130

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Hit & Run – Photos Released

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On October 4, 2025, at approximately 6:36 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision in the area of Highway 21 and Concession 2, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the scene to learn that a pick-up truck had struck a hydro pole and fled the scene with assistance from another individual. Vehicles were last seen travelling westbound on Concession 2 towards Point Clark. Police are looking for further information on the following two vehicles:

  • Dark blue late model pick-up truck, possibly a GMC or Dodge. Airbags were deployed, damage to front end and passenger side doors. Male driver approximately 40-50 years old, wearing a white & blue plaid short sleeve button up shirt and dark coloured jeans.
  • Light coloured GMC pick-up truck with cap. Male driver approximately 40-50 years old, wearing a baseball cap, short sleeve shirt and jean shorts.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Kincardine Resident Airlifted – Road Reopened

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – Bruce Road 1 has reopened following an overnight collision and closure.

Police, Bruce County Paramedic Services and Huron-Kinloss Fire & Emergency Services attended after 8:30 p.m., for a collision involving a farm tractor and a pick-up truck & trailer. Both vehicles were northbound on Bruce Road 1 when the tractor was struck from behind.

The operator of the tractor, a 29-year-old resident of Kincardine, was air lifted to a London area trauma centre with serious injuries.

Bruce Road 1 was closed between Bruce Road 6 and Grey Ox Avenue; but has now been reopened. The investigation remains ongoing, and no charges have been laid at this time.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Tractor Vs Pick-up Truck Collision – One Airlifted To Hospital

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On October 13, 2025, at approximately 8:30 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 1 near Kairshea Avenue, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the scene with Bruce County Paramedic Services and Huron-Kinloss Fire & Emergency Services to discover a collision involving a farm tractor and a pick-up truck & trailer.

The operator of the tractor was transported to a local hospital and later air lifted to a London area trauma centre with serious injuries.

Bruce Road 1 is closed between Bruce Road 6 and Grey Ox Avenue. Updates to follow when available.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Lucknow Fire

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On September 10, 2025, at approximately 8:42 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Lucknow & District Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a condo unit along Montgomery Lane in Lucknow, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Multiple units at the location have been affected, resulting in approximately 20 residents being displaced for the remainder of the day. There are no reported injuries, and the Township of Huron-Kinloss has opened a local arena for temporary shelter for these residents. Assistance programs have been engaged and will be attending. The fire is not being treated as suspicious and no roads are closed.

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OPP Offer Safety Tips For Lucknow’s Music In The Fields

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are promoting a safe and enjoyable weekend in Lucknow during an annual music festival.

From August 21 to August 23, 2025, there will be a large-scale music festival taking place at an events grounds property located in the northeast corner of Lucknow. Members of the OPP have been dedicated to this event. The public can expect to see an increase of officers in the area during this time.

The South Bruce OPP would like to remind the public of the following tips when attending the outdoor festival:

  • Do not drive impaired – R.I.D.E. programs will be in effect throughout the area.
  • The event has rules and regulations set in place for attendees. Violation of their rules may result in the eviction of the event.
  • Alcohol may be consumed only in licenced areas and on your campsite; consuming alcohol on the roadways within the camping area is not permitted.
  • There is a zero tolerance for underage drinking.
  • Prepare for inclement weather.
  • Keep your cell phone charged.
  • Use the buddy system; know where your friends are and set a meeting place should you get separated.
  • Know where the security checkpoints are and where you can go to get help.
  • Stay hydrated.
  • Do not accept drinks from people you do not know.
  • Have an emergency contact on standby.
  • If you are legal age and choose to consume alcohol or cannabis, use in moderation.
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Do You Recognize These Thieves?

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On August 2, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of an overnight break and enter to a rural business property along Bruce Road 1, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended the location and found that a storage shed on the property had been entered, and approximately $1000 of food and drink items had been taken. Surveillance camera footage has since been obtained.

Police are looking to identify two individuals who arrived on an All-Terrain Vehicle with an attached small utility trailer. Descriptors for two individuals are as follows:

  • Slim build, tall, wearing light coloured hoodie and light-coloured jacket, skull mask, head lamp, wearing gloves
  • Slim build, shorter height, face partially covered, white zip up hoodie/jacket with hood up, dark coloured jogging pants, backpack, gloves

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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54 Year Old From Kincardine Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On July 1, 2025, at approximately 11:08 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 6 east of Ripley, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Police attended and discovered that a pick-up truck had entered the ditch, the driver departed prior to police arrival.

As a result of the investigation, Rodney HUSK, 54-years-old, resident of the Municipality of Kincardine, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Dangerous operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Fail to remain, HTA 200(1)(a)
  • Fail to report accident, HTA 199(1)

The accused is set to appear on August 13, 2025, at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Golf Cart Stolen In Huron-Kinloss

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On June 24, 2025, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a stolen golf cart from an event grounds property in the area of Walter Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

The golf cart was taken sometime between June 13 and June 14; during the course of a community event. Police are searching for a beige Club Car golf cart.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Arson In Huron-Kinloss – Keith DIETRICH Arrested

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 3, 2025, at approximately 10:16 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Lucknow Fire Department, and the Kincardine Fire Department responded to a structure fire at a residential property along Bruce Road 86, Township of Huron-Kinloss. The fire was deemed to be suspicious in nature.

As a result of the investigation, on June 27, 2025, the South Bruce OPP Crime Unit made an arrest in relation to this matter.

Keith DIETRICH, 49-years-old, resident of the City of Toronto, has been charged with:

  • Arson, CC 434
  • Break, enter a place with intent to commit an indictable offence, CC 348(1)(a)
  • Use, deals, acts on forged document, CC 368(1)(a)
  • Theft of electricity or gas, CC 326(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on July 16, 2025, to answer to the charges.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Property Dispute Ends With Violence #StandYourGround #Uprising

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On May 10, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a disturbance along Havelock Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Investigation revealed that an individual brandished an edged weapon after a dispute over property. The individual was placed under arrest and held in custody for a bail hearing, where they were subsequently released.

On May 11, 2025, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a report of an assault at a residence along Havelock Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

Investigation revealed that the same individual had allegedly committed an assault on another person. They were again placed under arrest and held in custody for a bail hearing.

Allan SIMICK, 59-years-old, of the Township of Huron-Kinloss, has been charged with:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, CC 88
  • Assault cause bodily harm, CC 267(c)

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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New “Sheriff” In Town – Laura Lee BROWN

(HURON COUNTY, ON) – The Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has added a new face to their detachment. Recently promoted Inspector Laura Lee BROWN has been appointed to the position of Detachment Commander at the Huron Detachment in Clinton.

Inspector Brown has worked in various roles in Perth County, Wellington County, and most recently at West Region Headquarters in London. She brings a wide range of experience with her and is looking forward to working with the members of the Huron Detachment to ensure operations continue to run smoothly.

“I am very grateful for the opportunity to serve the residents of Huron County as your detachment commander. It is my privilege to support the incredibly hardworking members of the Huron OPP Detachment and to foster the positive relationships we share with so many community partners. This collaborative approach to crime prevention and community safety is what strengthens communities, and I am thankful to be part of it.” Inspector Laura Lee Brown.

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Thomas BRINDLEY – Meth, Impaired Operation, Etc.

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) – On April 27, 2025, at approximately 12:55 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Campbell Street, Township of Huron-Kinloss.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Thomas BRINDLEY, 46-years-old, of Ashfield-Colborne-Wawanosh, was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)
  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand, CC 320.15(1)
  • Resist peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Obstruct peace officer, CC 129(a)
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – methamphetamine, CDSA 4(1)
  • Have care or control of a vehicle with cannabis readily available, CCA 12(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Court of Justice on May 28, 2025, to answer to the charge.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.