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, an 18-year-old male 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.
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The South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are focusing our efforts in targeting two separate incidents of mischief in the Municipality of Kincardine.
- Police have been made aware of graffiti and litter under the Durham Street bridge in Kincardine
- intentionally cut and downed trees along the Bruce County Rail Trail.
Officers will be increasing patrols of these areas on foot, bicycle, and All Terrain Vehicle.
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.
