Thomas Kinnear was a Canadian farmer and businessman known for his role in the infamous Kinnear murder case of 1880. He lived in Ontario, where he operated a successful farm and was well-regarded in his community. Kinnear's life took a tragic turn when he was murdered by his housekeeper, Nancy Montgomery, and her accomplice, Robert McCulloch. The case drew significant media attention and highlighted issues of class and gender in 19th-century Canada, making it a notable event in Canadian criminal history.