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Area OPP Huron OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Huron County Victim Out $49,000 USD #CrimeDoesPay

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a recent scam that took place in South Huron.

On September 16, 2025, Huron OPP received information about an online fraud in South Huron where a 48-year-old victim lost $49,000 U.S. between April 2025 and September 2025.

Police were advised that the victim met the suspect on a popular online communication application (app). The suspect convinced the victim to send money for investments in gold. The victim was promised high returns on their investment. After sending almost all their money, the victim advised they were threatened by the suspect to send more money or be sent to jail.

The victim then realized that they had been scammed.

If you have been victimized by fraud, please call the OPP at 1-(888)-310-1122 and report it. You are not alone, and you will be supported through the reporting process.

The Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre should also be contacted with any information you might have. Call 1-(888)-495-8501 or log on to antifraudcentre.ca

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Central Huron Courthouse Goderich Huron Huron East North Huron South Huron

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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Huron OPP Police Press Releases South Huron Stratford

26 Year Old From Stratford Arrested – Details Released

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Strathroy resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic complaint in the Municipality of South Huron, on August 28th, 2025. 

Just before 1:00 p.m., on Thursday, August 28, 2025, Huron County OPP officers stopped a motorist on Mount Carmel Drive in South Huron after police received information that the driver may be driving while impaired. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they 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.

Mariah STANILAND MILLER, 26 years of age from Strathroy has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for 7 days and the accused’ driver’s licence 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 September 29, 2025.

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Middlesex Middlesex Centre South Huron

26 Year Old From South Huron Arrested – Details Released

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Driver facing impaired charge after single vehicle collision in Middlesex Centre

On September 14, 2025, at 3:08 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to Highbury Avenue North in the Municipality of Middlesex Centre for the report of a single vehicle rollover.

Investigation revealed a vehicle left the roadway, rolled and came to a stop on its roof.  

The driver fled the vehicle prior to police arrival, however, was located a short distance away on foot.

The driver was placed under arrest and transported to the Middlesex OPP detachment.

As a result, Nichole MACKINNON, a 26-year-old of South Huron, has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

·      Operation while impaired – alcohol

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

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice to speak to the charges on October 29, 2025.

The Middlesex OPP wants to remind the public that if you see anything suspicious or suspect an impaired driver you should contact the Ontario Provincial Police or your nearest police authority immediately.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Clinton Huron South Huron

Lee BALE Arrested For Impaired Driving In South Huron

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a London Ontario resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic stop in the Municipality of South Huron, on August 18th, 2025. 

Just after 1:30 a.m. on Monday, August 18, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on London Road in South Huron after an alert was made by the automated licence plate recognition (ALPR) system in the police vehicle. Police spoke to the driver who was subsequently 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 the legal limit.

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

Lee BALE, 58 years-of-age from London has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act (HTA), and the Compulsory Automobile Insurance Act (CAIA).

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. 

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

17 Year Old Arrested In South Huron

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Leamington resident with multiple criminal driving offences following a series of collisions in the Municipality of South Huron, on August 09, 2025. 

Just before 9:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 09, 2025, Huron County OPP officers responded to a report of a vehicle driver that had reportedly damaged three other vehicles at an address on Grand Bend Line. The driver was located by police and arrested for impaired operation and dangerous driving.

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

A 17-year-old from Leamington has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

–      Take Motor Vehicle without Consent.

The accused youth was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on September 12, 2025. 

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Brian SERAPIGLIA From South Huron Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic complaint in the Municipality of South Huron, on July 5th, 2025. 

Just before 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 05, 2025, Huron County OPP officers investigated a traffic complaint that occurred in the Village of Dashwood. The driver was later located in the Town of Exeter 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 the legal limit.

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

Brian SERAPIGLIA, 46 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80.

The involved vehicle was towed, 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. 

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Andrew AGAR Found Hiding In Bushes From Police After Drunk Driving Collision – No Fatalities

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Perth South resident with several criminal offences following a single-vehicle collision in the Municipality of South Huron, on July 3rd, 2025. 

Just before 11:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 03, 2025, Huron County OPP officers observed a damaged vehicle in a ditch on Sunshine Line in South Huron. The driver was located after hiding in the bushes nearby and was arrested for impaired operation and dangerous driving.

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

Andrew AGAR, 47 years-of-age from Perth South has been charged with:

–      Dangerous Operation,

–      Impaired Operation – Alcohol and Drug,

–      Impaired Operation – Over 80,

–      Obstruct Peace Officer.

The involved vehicle was towed, 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. 

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

35 Year Old From South Huron Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident with a criminal driving offence following a traffic stop in the Municipality of South Huron on June 14th, 2025. 

Just before 10:00 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle in South Huron for a traffic violation. Officers spoke to the driver and determined that they were prohibited from driving as their vehicle was not equipped with an ignition interlock device.

The accused was charged as follows:

Paul SHAW, 35 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Operation while Prohibited.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for 45 days.

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

The accused was later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on July 28th, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Motorcycle Collision In South Huron

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On June 12, 2025, at approximately 9:14 p.m., members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision along Road 164 between Woodham Road and Kirkton Road, Municipality of South Huron.

Officers arrived on scene to discover that a collision had occurred between a pickup truck and a motorcycle. A 29-year-old operator of the motorcycle was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

Road 164 was closed overnight between Woodham Road and Kirkton Road, it has since been reopened. The investigation remains ongoing.

The Huron County 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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OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

45,000 Chicks Stolen – 41 Year Old From South Huron Arrested

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated the reported theft of approximately 45,000 chicks from a farm in South Huron in April 2023 and have now laid charges in the matter.

On Thursday April 20, 2023, Huron OPP officers received a report that 30,000 15-day-old baby chicks were stolen sometime overnight on April 19/20, 2023. This total of stolen chickens was later revised to a total of 45,000 chickens.

The total loss was reportedly valued at over $139,000.

After a lengthy investigation, the Huron County OPP Crime Unit has charged the complainant in this matter with the following offences:

Henk VELDMAN, now 41 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Fraud Over $5,000,

–      Public Mischief.

The accused was arrested and charged on May 6th, 2025. They were processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 26, 2025. 

Anyone with information regarding this incident are encouraged 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 where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

36 Year Old Repeat Offender Arrested Again

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a South Huron resident with several criminal driving offences following a traffic stop in the Municipality of South Huron, Crediton, on April 26th, 2025. 

Just after 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 26, 2025, Huron County OPP officers conducted a traffic stop on King Street South in South Huron. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they were prohibited from driving a motor vehicle.

The driver was also arrested for impaired operation and transported to the South Bruce OPP detachment in Kincardine where they completed a series of tests with an OPP Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). As a result of the investigation, the accused has been charged as follows:

Mitchell HARRIS, 36 years-of-age from South Huron has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Prohibited – (three counts),

–      Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon,

–      Possession of Methamphetamine,

–      Fail to Comply with Release Order – (two counts),

–      Fail to Comply with Probation Order – (two counts).

The accused was additionally charged with Driving While Under Suspension – Highway Traffic Act.

The vehicle involved was towed and impounded for 45 days.

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

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

29 Year Old Arrested In Exeter

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged a Parkhill resident with criminal driving offences following a traffic violation in the Municipality of South Huron, Exeter, on April 25th, 2025. 

Just after 10:30 p.m. on Sunday, April 25, 2025, Huron County OPP officers stopped a motorist for a traffic violation on Thames Road East in South Huron. Police spoke to the driver and discovered that they 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.

Liam MALONEY, 29 years of age from Parkhill has been charged with:

–      Impaired Operation – alcohol and drug,

–      Operation while Impaired – Over 80.

The accused was additionally charged with offences found in the Highway Traffic Act, and Cannabis Control Act.

The involved vehicle was towed and impounded for 7 days and the accused’ driver’s licence 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 June 02, 2025. 

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

Assault & Forcible Confinement #WaitInTheTruck

(SOUTH HURON, ON) – On April 25th, 2025, members of the Huron County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) investigated a matter involving intimate partners in the Municipality of South Huron.

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

A 54-year-old individual from South Huron has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code with the following offences:

–      Assault – Spousal,

–      Forcible Confinement.

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court date scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on May 26th, 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.victimserviceshuron.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.

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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Huron Huron-Kinloss North Huron OPP Police Press Releases South Huron

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.