(NORTHERN BRUCE PENINSULA, ON) - A 59-year-old individual from Neyaashiinigmiing has been charged following a late-night police response to a report of gunshots in the Northern Bruce Peninsula.

On November 11, 2025, at approximately 11:56 pm, members of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of suspected gunfire and a suspicious vehicle in the area of Cape Chin South Road, Northern Bruce Peninsula.

Officers located a vehicle matching the description and conducted a traffic stop. A firearm was located inside the vehicle.

Giles Akiwenzie, 59-years-old, of Neyaashiinigmiing, has been charged with the following offences:

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose - Criminal Code
• Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm - Criminal Code
• Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available - Liquor Licence and Control Act

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on December 11, 2025.