South Bruce OPP report domestic violence; capsized canoe; impaired drivers; and assault

INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE INVESTIGATION LEADS TO CHARGES AT MUSIC IN THE FIELDS

(HURON-KINLOSS, ON) - Aug. 23, the South Bruce OPP responded to a campsite at Lucknow’s Music in the Fields and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a 48-year-old resident of Owen Sound has been charged with Domestic Mischief.

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 need support, or know someone who does, 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. 

POLICE RESPOND TO CAPSIZED CANOE ON LAKE HURON

(LAKE HURON, ON) - Members of the South Bruce OPP Marine Unit responded to a marine incident on the weekend.

Friday, Aug. 23, the South Bruce OPP was contacted in relation to an unfolding marine incident on Lake Huron off the shore of Boiler Beach Road in Huron-Kinloss.

At approximately 8:35 p.m., three individuals were reported overdue by family on Lake Huron. Police launched a search for the individuals and determined their canoe had capsized causing them to swim for over an hour.

The Joint Rescue Co-ordination Centre, OPP Emergency Response Team, Fire, and Bruce County EMS assisted in the investigation. The individuals were located in the water and brought to shore. EMS transported one individual to hospital for observation. The three individuals were wearing their lifejackets.

The South Bruce OPP reminds the public the only lifejacket that will save your life is the one you are wearing.

The South Bruce OPP Marine Unit recommends that vessel owners/operators download the Safe Boating Guide found here: tc.canada.ca/en/marine-transportation/marine-safety/office-boating-safety.

Examples of safety equipment include:
 

• Lifejacket or Personal Flotation Device
• Re-boarding device
• Buoyant heaving line
• Manual bilge pump
• Flares

What you need to carry varies by vessel/vessel length, but it's imperative that you ensure you have the required safety equipment onboard before you leave the dock. The time to find out it's lacking, is not when you need it most.

COMPLAINT PROMPTS ARREST OF IMPAIRED DRIVER

(MUNICIPALITY OF SOUTH BRUCE, ON) - Aug. 24, at 3:22 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received a call from a concerned member of the public regarding the driving behaviour of a motorist on Bruce County Road 3 in the Municipality of South Bruce.

The vehicle was driven over the complainant's front lawn and then proceeded on Bruce County Road 3. The vehicle was located by police and a traffic stop was conducted.

The driver was found to have been under the influence of alcohol, was placed under arrest and taken to a qualified breath technician.

Michael KERSSIES, 48, of Jerseyville, was charged with:
 

• Operation while impaired
• Operation while impaired - over-80
• Dangerous Operation
• Drive motor vehicle with open liquor
• Fail to surrender permit

The South Bruce OPP reminds the public that traffic safety is everyone's responsibility.

IMPAIRED DRIVER ARRESTED AFTER VEHICLE ENDS UP IN DITCH

(ARRAN-ELDERSLIE, ON) - Aug. 25, at approximately 6 p.m., the South Bruce OPP responded to a traffic complaint that an individual had driven a vehicle into a ditch on Concession 8 East in Arran Township, in the Municipality of Arran-Elderslie.

The driver was found to have been under the influence of alcohol, was placed under arrest and taken to a qualified breath technician.

Kyle HARMAN, 33, of Allenford was charged with:
 

• Operation while impaired
• Operation while impaired - over-80

ASSAULT CHARGES LAID AFTER DISTURBANCE CALL IN WALKERTON

(WALKERTON, ON) - Aug. 25, at 6:55 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a disturbance on Old Durham Road in Walkerton. The investigation determined that two individuals were in a verbal dispute that escalated to an assault.

Dale RAPP, 37, of Walkerton has been charged with Assault.

This is an isolated incident; there is no threat to public safety.

*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*

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 $2,000.