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Bail Contested for Man Charged in Howdenvale Break-Ins

Crown is seeking detention for Darren Ritchie, 33, arrested May 5 in connection with the April 21 Howdenvale break-ins that prompted a large-scale OPP search.

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May 14, 2026
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The Crown is opposing bail for the man charged in connection with the April 21 break-ins in Howdenvale that prompted a large-scale OPP search of the South Bruce Peninsula community.

Darren Ritchie, 33, of no fixed address, appeared by video before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound on May 14.

Crown counsel Ms. Mehta told the court the Crown is se…

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