OPP lay charges in northern Ont. intimate partner violence case
Ontario Provincial Police's Temiskaming detachment have laid multiple charges following an intimate partner violence investigation in Brethour Township.
On Monday at about 2 p.m., officers responded to a report of a possibly armed individual in distress at a residence in the Timiskaming District. Police later determined the same individual was also a suspect in an intimate partner violence incident at the location.
Suspect apprehended after search
'OPP units, including emergency response and canine teams, attended the scene,' police said in a news release Saturday.
The suspect had fled the residence prior to the arrival of authorities. Officers contained the area and later located and apprehended the individual.
The investigation led to an increased police presence in Brethour Township for several hours to ensure public safety and facilitate evidence gathering.
Charges laid
As a result of the investigation, a 24-year-old local man from Brethour Township faces multiple charges, including two counts of spousal assault, two counts of uttering threats, two counts of assault with a weapon, pointing a firearm and three other firearm-related offences.
The accused remains in custody pending an upcoming bail hearing.
Police stress support for victims
'OPP (are) committed to the safety of all members of the community. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, support is available,' police said.
Resources for sexual assault survivors
If you or someone you know is struggling with sexual assault or trauma, the following resources are available to support people in crisis:
A full list of sexual assault centres in Canada that offer information, advocacy and counselling can be found at ReeseCommunity.com. Resources in your community can be found by entering your postal code.
If you are in immediate danger or fear for your safety, you should call 911.
Helplines, legal services and locations that offer sexual assault kits in Alberta, B.C., Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, Ontario and Nova Scotia can be found here.
National Residential School Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419
24-hour crisis line: 1-416-597-8808
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-833-900-1010
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366
Sexual misconduct support for current or former members of the Armed Forces: 1-844-750-1648
Read about your rights as a victim here.
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