(ARRAN-ELDERSILE TWP, ON) – Large police presence results in one individual being placed into custody within Chesley.
On June 7, 2025, at approximately 3:00 p.m., the South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), Crisis Negotiators, and West Region OPP K-9, responded to a disturbance call at an address on 1st Avenue North within Chesley.
Police units attended the scene where an individual barricaded themselves inside a residence. In the interest of public safety, a perimeter was established and the area was cordoned off.
On June 8, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., the individual was placed under arrest without incident or injury.
As a result of the investigation, Derek SEIP, is charged under the Criminal Code with the following:
- Uttering Threats – cause death or bodily harm (two counts)
- Mischief – destroys or damages property
- Fail to comply with probation order
The accused has been placed into custody, pending a bail hearing.
The incident has been resolved, and all resources are clear of the scene,
There was no threat to public safety.
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