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Broadcast time: 9:56 AM |
Date: May 2, 2014 |
Just after 2:00AM this morning, May 2, 2014, a taxi driver arrived in the area of Netherlands Place to pick up a fare. The driver was met by a distraught woman and a belligerent 26 year old man. The man began punching the side window of the cab breaking it. He then punched the driver and told him to leave. As the taxi driver drove away the man chased after him and caused more damage to the vehicle.
Police were called and located the man arguing with the female in a residence. The man was told he was under arrest, but refused to cooperate with the officer. A struggle ensued and the man kicked one of the arresting officers in the face.
The man faces charges of Assault, Mischief to Property, Resist Arrest and Assault a Police Officer. He will appear for a Bail Hearing. The officer was able to return to duty.
Constable Les Jones
Media Relations Officer
Tel: 519-344-8861 Ext 5345
Email: ljones@police.sarnia.on.ca