Cape Chin Gunfire Investigation Update: Injured Cattle Lead to New Charges
Grey Bruce OPP have laid new charges against a Neyaashiinigmiing man after cattle were found injured near the site of a November firearm incident in Northern Bruce Peninsula.
The Grey Bruce OPP has laid additional charges in connection with a late-night firearm incident reported near Cape Chin South on November 11, 2025, after injured livestock were discovered in the area.
Police initially responded to a 911 call just before midnight that night, following reports of gunshots and a suspicious vehicle in the Municipality of Northern Bruce Peninsula. Officers located and stopped a vehicle matching the caller’s description, seizing a loaded firearm and open liquor from inside.
The driver, Giles Akiwenzie, 59, of Neyaashiinigmiing, was arrested and originally charged with:
Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
Having care or control of a motor vehicle with liquor readily available
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A photo released by police at the time showed a rifle with a spotlight taped to the barrel—raising public concern about potential illegal hunting activity, such as jacklighting, though no such charges were laid initially.
Now, more than a month later, police say new evidence has come to light.
According to a December 24 update from the Grey Bruce OPP, investigators received information indicating that several cows in the area had sustained injuries believed to be consistent with gunfire. Officers revisited the scene and continued their investigation.
As a result, Akiwenzie now faces two additional Criminal Code charges:
Killing or injuring animals
Transporting a firearm in a careless manner
The accused remains scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound. His next court date has not been publicly updated.
The OPP confirmed that the investigation is still ongoing. Anyone with further information is encouraged to contact the Grey Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Anonymous tips can be submitted through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.cstip.ca, where tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.
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