Category: Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On January 11, 2026, at approximately 8:17 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Highway 21 north of Kincardine, when they observed a vehicle leave the roadway and enter the ditch.

The investigating officer stopped to render assistance to the driver and detected signs of impairment. The driver was placed under arrest and taken to a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) for further testing.

Sheena GALLAGHER, 43-years-old, of no fixed address, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired, CC 320.14(1)(a)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on March 11, 2026, 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.

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged the complainant from a previous stolen vehicle report.

On November 21, 2025, the South Bruce OPP received a report of a stolen motor vehicle from a residence along Highway 9, Municipality of Kincardine.

Investigation led to police reattending the complainants residence, where officers located the vehicle in an outbuilding on the property.

Johnatan WILLIAMSON, 29-years-old, of the Municipality of Kincardine has been charged with:

• Public mischief, CC 140(1)(c)
• Fraud under $5000, CC 380(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear on January 28, 2026, 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.

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On December 6, 2025, at approximately 10:20 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on general patrol along Highway 21 in Kincardine, where they observed a vehicle travelling northbound with no rear lights.

A traffic stop was conducted, and the investigating officer detected signs of alcohol consumption from the driver. A roadside screening device was administered, resulting in a fail. The driver was placed under arrest and transported for further testing.

Eugene CORPUZ, 32-years-old, of Kincardine, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on January 21, 2026, 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.

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On November 23, 2025, at approximately 5:11 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint about a possible impaired driver, travelling south from Port Elgin.

The responding officer was able to locate the vehicle along Highway 21, south of Tiverton. A roadside screening device was administered on the driver, resulting in a fail. The driver was taken into custody and transported for further testing.

Todd MILLER, 45-years-old, of no fixed address, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)

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

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On October 13, 2025, at approximately 7:34 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting speed enforcement along Bruce Road 15 in the Municipality of Kincardine and stopped a vehicle for stunt driving.

While interacting with the driver, a roadside screening device was administered, registering a fail. The driver was taken into custody and transported to the Saugeen Shores Police Service for further testing.

Joseph GOLDEN, 48-years-old, resident of Tavistock, was charged with:

• Operation while impaired – B.A.C. 80+, CC 320.14(1)(b)
• Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt, HTA 172(1)

The accused is set to appear at the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on January 14, 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.

(NORTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Kincardine resident with several criminal offences following an incident on Josephine Street in the Town of Wingham, Township of North Huron. 

Just after 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a complaint on Josephine Street. Police spoke to a vehicle driver who had consumed alcohol prior to driving.

The driver was subsequently arrested for impaired operation and 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 the legal limit.

Daryl HODGINS, 42 years-of-age from Kincardine has been charged with:

–      Operation while Impaired – Alcohol and Drugs,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80,

–      Criminal Harassment – Threatening Conduct,

–      Common Nuisance – Endanger Life.

The vehicle involved 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 December 8th, 2025. 

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On October 16, 2025, at approximately 9:00 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) initiated a traffic stop for a seatbelt violation along Millennium Way, Municipality of Kincardine.

Upon activating the cruisers emergency lights, the vehicle continued on and into a nearby parking lot. When the officer advised the driver of the reason for the stop, the driver used obscenities towards the officer and fled in their vehicle. The officer did not pursue the vehicle out of public safety concerns. The driver was located later in the day and taken into custody.

Ethan HOPKINS, 32-years-old, resident of Kincardine, was charged with:

• Flight from peace officer, CC 320.17
• Fail to properly wear seat belt, HTA 106(2)
• Fail to surrender licence, HTA 33(1)
• Fail to surrender permit for motor vehicle, HTA 7(5)(a)
• Vehicle modified – fail to apply for new permit, HTAReg 628/90 3
• Fail to surrender insurance card, CAIA 3(1)

The accused is set to appear on December 4, 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.