On June 5, 2023, the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to an address in Arran Township and initiated an intimate partner violence investigation.
Members of Grey-Bruce OPP, Huron County OPP and OPP Aviation Services provided assistance with the initial investigation.
As a result of the police investigation, a 48-year-old resident of Bruce County has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:
- Utter Threats to Cause Death or Bodily Harm – two counts
- Spousal Assault – two counts
- 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.
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.
