NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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Police safely apprehended a person after being called to a neighbour dispute on Forest Place.
On July 2 the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police was called to a residence on Forest Place in relation to a neighbour dispute. When officers attempted to speak to one of the people involved, the person threatened police with a large dagger-style knife in hand. After effective de-escalation communication, police were able to safely apprehend the person.
Daniel LESLIE, 62-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:
- Assault with a weapon
- Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Obstruct peace officer
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on Aug. 15.
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