Police Fire, One Dead – OPP Refuse To Answer Questions #FTP #FilmThePolice

Source: OPP
Date: Wed Apr 16 10:21:54 MST 2025

(MINDEN HILLS TWP., ON) – The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) is investigating a disturbance in Minden Hills Township, in which the province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) invoked its mandate.

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, shortly after 5:30 p.m., members of the Haliburton Highlands OPP responded to a disturbance at a residence on Gelert Road. During the interaction, police discharged a firearm.

One person was located deceased on the property.

There is no threat to public safety.

The investigation is ongoing, and residents should continue to expect an increased police presence in the area. Gelert Road is currently closed from Louise Lane South to Ingoldsby Road.

As the SIU has invoked its mandate, the OPP will not be able to provide any further information. Any media inquiries related to the SIU investigation should be directed to [email protected].