Man Caught on Video Urinating in Apartment Entrance

Police charge 66-year-old resident after video footage leads to arrest.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 3:05pm

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Police in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan have charged a 66-year-old man after he was caught on video footage urinating in the entrance of a multi-unit residential building last month. The incident occurred on March 16, and officers were able to identify and arrest the suspect, Kevin Cullis, when they returned to the building for an unrelated matter on Monday.

Why it matters

Public urination is considered a form of property damage and can pose health and sanitation risks in residential buildings. The video footage helped police identify and apprehend the suspect, highlighting the role that surveillance cameras can play in addressing quality-of-life issues in communities.

The details

According to police, the video footage showed the suspect, Kevin Cullis, exiting a unit in the 600 block of Wellington Street East and urinating in one of the building's entrances. Cullis has been charged with mischief for obstructing, interrupting, or interfering with the lawful use, enjoyment, or operation of property.

  • The incident occurred on March 16, 2026.
  • Police were called back to the building on Monday, April 7, 2026, where they spotted and arrested the suspect.

The players

Kevin Cullis

A 66-year-old resident of the apartment building where the incident occurred.

Sault Ste. Marie Police

The law enforcement agency that investigated the incident and made the arrest.

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What’s next

The accused, Kevin Cullis, is scheduled to appear in court on July 6, 2026 to face the mischief charge.

The takeaway

This incident highlights the importance of surveillance cameras in helping law enforcement address quality-of-life issues in residential areas, while also underscoring the presumption of innocence until proven guilty in the legal system.