(Huntsville, ON) – On April 1, 2026 at 3:05p.m. members of the Huntsville O.P.P. responded to a disturbance on Brunel Road near Riverside Public School. School staff reported a male pacing on Brunel Road, waving a sign and yelling about his disdain for people.
Upon arrival police immediately recognized the male and were aware of his court conditions to keep the peace. The male was arrested and transported to the Huntsville OPP detachment.
As a result of the investigation, Robert Hodgson, 50 years old of Huntsville Ontario is charged with:
· Criminal Harassment
· Breach of Recognizance
The accused was held for a bail hearing on April 2, 2026 before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario.
There was no risk to public safety nor to the safety of the student and staff. This was an isolated incident. The school’s concern for their students was their primary concern and they are commended for making sure they were safe.
The Huntsville OPP request that anyone can report a crime by contacting the Huntsville OPP at 705-789-5551 or 1-888-310-1122 or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.