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Nathan CHAMBERS Was Arrested Again

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On October 9, 2024, at approximately 9:48 a.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol and located a stolen vehicle at an address along Queen Street, Municipality of Kincardine.  

As a result of the investigation, Nathan CHAMBERS, 27-years-old from North Huron, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime – CC 354(1)(a) – three counts
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – CC 733.1(1)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

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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Connor DEMERCHANT Arrested For Hit & Run

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 18, 2024, at 6:41 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was on patrol along Bruce Road 23 in the Municipality of Kincardine and attempted to stop a vehicle. The vehicle fled from police at a high rate of speed. Police did not pursue the vehicle due to public safety concerns.

A few moments later, the vehicle was involved in a motor vehicle collision in the area of Kingsway Street where it had collided with a residence. The driver fled on foot, however was captured by police shortly thereafter. 

As a result of the investigation, Connor DEMERCHANT, 18-years-old from Kincardine, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Flight from peace officer, CC 320.17
  • Dangerous Operation, CC 320.13(1)
  • Speeding, HTA 128
  • Fail to remain, HTA 200(1)(a)
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance, CAIA 2(1)(a)

The accused is scheduled to appear in the Walkerton Ontario Court of Justice on November 20, 2024.

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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Nathan CHAMBERS Was Arrested Again

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 18, 2024, at 4:52 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a stolen pick-up truck with attached livestock trailer, taken from an address along Sideroad 15 North in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The vehicle was abandoned in the area of Bervie Sideroad and Concession 5; the driver then fled on foot. OPP Canine and members of the Emergency Response Team (ERT) were called to assist. An individual was later located and placed under arrest. 

As a result of the investigation, Nathan CHAMBERS, 27-years-old from North Huron, has been charged with the following offences:

  • Theft over $5,000 – CC 334(a)
  • Dangerous Operation – CC 320.13(1)
  • Operation While Prohibited – CC 320.18(1)(a)
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – CC 733.1(1) – two counts
  • Theft under $5,000 – CC 334(b)
  • Driving while under suspension – HTA 53(1)
  • Failure to Comply with Undertaking – CC 145(4)(a)

The accused was held for a bail hearing and subsequently remanded into custody.

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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Pets Stolen During Home Invasion In Kincardine – Name Withheld By Police #DontEatOurPets

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 15, 2024, at 10:11 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a break & enter along Bruce Road 20 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The victim’s cat and dog were removed from the home during the break-in. As a result of the investigation, South Bruce OPP arrested an individual and located the animals which have been returned to the owner. The accused was held for a bail hearing in Walkerton.

A 49-year-old male from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Break & Enter a dwelling house
  • Mischief Under $5,000 (two counts)
  • Theft Under $5,000 (two counts)

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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Cory HEDGER – Drunk Driving

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 11, 2024, at 6:24 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report for a possible impaired driver along Queen Street in Kincardine.

The vehicle was located by officers and the driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests.

Cory HEDGER, 41-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)

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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Gregory OSTERTAG Arrested 2X in 24Hrs

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On September 5, 2024, at approximately 11:22 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a possible impaired driver along Tie Road in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The involved driver displayed signs of impairment. Officers believed that the driver was impaired by drug. A Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE) was completed at the detachment.

The driver was issued a 90 day licence suspension and the vehicle was impounded for 7 days.

On September 6, 2024, at approximately 12:11 p.m., a member of the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped an all terrain vehicle (ATV) on Campbell Street in the Township of Huron-Kinloss. It was determined that the driver was the same individual who was charged just hours earlier; they were once again placed under arrest.

Gregory OSTERTAG, 41-years-old, from the City of Orillia was charged with:

  • Operation while Impaired (Drugs)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Possession of a schedule I substance – Methamphetamine

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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Andrew MERAW – Drunk Driving

(KINCARDINE, ON) – Driver arrested for Impaired driving after South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) attend motor vehicle collision.    

On September 2, 2024, at 10:06 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report for a single motor vehicle collision on Bruce Road 23 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The uninjured driver was found to have been under the influence of alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified breath technician.

Andrew MERAW 28-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation over 80
  • Dangerous Driving

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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Impaired Driver Arrested In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On August 23, 2024, at 5:30 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol stopped a vehicle in Kincardine.

The driver was found to have been impaired by drug.

Francois BELLEMARRE, 47-years-old, from St. Catherines was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Possession of a schedule I substance
  • Operate motor vehicle without insurance
  • Drive while licence is suspended

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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Horse & Buggy Vs Truck

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On August 8, 2024, at 9:54 a.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a report of a truck versus horse and buggy on King Street in the Municipality of Kincardine.

Officers attended and determined that two horses were being ridden by their owners (no buggy’s involved) Northbound on King Street. One horse was spooked by nearby construction which caused the horse to run into traffic and was struck by a Southbound vehicle. The rider of the horse was taken to hospital with serious injuries but not deemed life altering or life threatening.

The road was closed for the investigators to assess the collision.

The OPP want to remind all drivers to slow down and move over for vulnerable road users such as horses, horse and buggy, bicycles and tractors. When it comes to meeting a horse, slow down and be patient, pass the horse wide and slow, avoid actions that could spook the horse such as sounding your horn or revving your engine. Horses can be unpredictable, please travel safe around these animals.

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Citizen Charged After Police Obtain Medical Records

(KINCARDINE, ON) – The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have made two arrests following a lengthy investigation in the Municipality of Kincardine.

On December 18, 2021, on Albert Road in the Municipality of Kincardine, police received a call for service regarding a stolen motor vehicle. While on patrol, police observed the vehicle abandoned, heavily damaged and involved in a motor vehicle collision. A warrant was sought and granted for the forensic examination of the motor vehicle. A driver was identified by police and a warrant for medical records was granted. As a result of the investigation, two individuals were charged.

Drew LYNCH, 29-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was arrested on July 27, 2024, and charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired- alcohol and drugs.

Stephane LYNCH, 50-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was arrested on July 27, 2024, and charged with:

  • Obstruct Peace Officer

The individuals will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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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More Domestic Violence #WaitInTheTruck

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On July 19, 2024, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address in the Municipality of Kincardine and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 47-year-old from the Municipality of Kincardine has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–      Assault

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Walkerton at a later date. 

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence 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 Bruce Grey Perth. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911. 

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Kincardine Drug Bust: Name Released

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On June 22, 2024, at 2:07 a.m., officers with the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle during a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) Program in the Municipality of Brockton

During the interaction with the occupants, officers observed illicit drugs in plain view. A search led to the seizure of drugs.

As a result of the investigation, the South Bruce OPP have charged:

Sam Van Bakel, 20-years-old, from Hensall Ontario is charged with:

  • Poss. of a Schedule 1

The accused will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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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Assault In Kincardine

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On June 16, 2024, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address in Kincardine and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 41-year-old resident of Mississauga has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

–     Assault – Spousal

–      Assault Cause bodily harm- Spousal

–      Fail to comply

–     Possession of a Controlled Drug

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date. 

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victims.

Victims of sexual assault and intimate partner violence 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 Bruce Grey Perth. If you are in immediate crisis, dial 911. 

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Jake EDWARDS Arrested After Hit & Run

(KINCARDINE TWP, ON) – On June 8, 2024, at 4:03 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a report of a collision on Highway 9 near Sideroad 10 in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The involved driver fled on foot but was quickly located by officers. The driver displayed signs of impairment. Officers believed that the driver was impaired and placed under arrest. Witness’ in the area report the driver was operating the motor vehicle aggressively just prior to the collision.

Jake EDWARDS, 34-years-old, from the Township of Huron- Kinloss was charged with:

  • Failure or refusal to comply with demand.
  • Dangerous operation
  • Fail to remain at the scene of a collision.
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Robert THOMPSON Arrested

(KINCARDINE, ON) – On May 17, 2024, at 9:07 p.m., a South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officer on patrol stopped a vehicle in the Municipality of Kincardine.

The driver was found to have been drinking alcohol. They were placed under arrest and taken to a Qualified Breath Technician for breath tests where they refused to provide samples of their breath.

Robert THOMPSON, 53-years-old, from the Municipality of Kincardine was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired
  • Failure to comply with a demand

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.