PETAWAWA – On Saturday, December 8, at approximately 3 a.m., officers from the Upper Ottawa Valley Detachment of the OPP responded to a domestic dispute at a residence in the Town of Petawawa. The male suspect had left the scene after pointing a firearm at the female victim and assaulting her. The suspect also damaged property belonging to her. The victim sustained minor injuries.
Police located and arrested the 31-year-old male suspect the next day. As a result of the investigation he faces the following Criminal Code charges: Pointing a firearm; Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose; Assault; Overcome resistance by attempting to choke, suffocate or strangle another person and Mischief under $5,000.
The name of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the victim.
If you or someone you know is living in or involved in an abusive relationship help is available. Contact the Bernadette McCann House 24/7 for support, advice or the safety of a shelter at 1-800-267-4930. In emergencies for police response call 9-1-1.
