Docket Summary – Goderich 17Sept2025

Source: WFP
Date: Mon Sep 22 09:54:07 MST 2025

The Goderich courthouse saw a busy docket today, with multiple bail hearings, trial scheduling appearances, and motions being addressed. Most matters proceeded by video, though a handful of defendants appeared in person.

Bail Hearings & Show Cause
Several accused faced bail-related proceedings.



Hannah Gower appeared in person for a bail hearing.
Kyle Ryckman had three separate matters before the court, all for bail hearings/show cause, also in person.
Travis Johnson, Daymien Brak, Marty O’Brien, Matthew O’Brien, and Jason Vanbelle all appeared by video for bail-related phases.
David Lenting faced an especially heavy docket, with at least six separate bail phase matters heard by video.
Trial Scheduling
Several cases were before the court to set trial dates:

Christopher Barron
C.D.
D.D. (matter “to be spoken to”)
Fernando Demelo, who had five separate matters listed, all scheduled to set trial dates.
Motions
Gordon Keeso had two motions scheduled at 11:30 a.m., both conducted by video.
Trials in Progress
Peter Witmer was listed for a trial in Room 2 at 10:00 a.m. He also had a separate matter “to be spoken to,” suggesting multiple issues before the court.
Key Takeaways
Volume of Bail Matters: A significant portion of the morning docket centered on bail hearings, particularly for repeat or multiple charges (e.g., David Lenting and Kyle Ryckman).
Heavy Caseloads for Individuals: Both Demelo and Lenting faced numerous active case numbers.
Mix of Video and In-Person Attendance: While most cases proceeded by video, the court continues to handle serious matters like bail hearings and trials with in-person appearances.