As a result of two separate investigations completed by the Alberta RCMP, Matthew Wade Kinch (45), of Foothills County, was charged in June 2021 with the following offences involving children:
- Sexual assault (x3)
- Sexual interference (x2)
- Fail to comply with release order (x2)
Kinch's matters are currently before the courts and he is scheduled to appear in Turner Valley Provincial Court on Jan. 17, 2023.
The Alberta RCMP's investigation has led investigators to believe that there may be more victims. The Alberta RCMP are continuing their investigation and are asking the public to come forward with any similar type incidents.
Matthew Kinch is described as:
- 5 foot 6 inches tall
- 174 lbs
- Slender build
- Brown hair, brown eyes and a light complexion
In the event an alias was used, Alberta RCMP are distributing a photograph of Matthew Kinch.
Anyone with any information that relates to this investigation is asked to contact Turner Valley RCMP at 403-933-6600 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the "P3 Tips" app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.