NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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ELLIOT LAKE - On June 17, 2021, shortly before 1:30 a.m., members from the East Algoma Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were made aware of a domestic dispute that had taken place the evening prior at a residence on McFarlane Road in the City of Elliot Lake.
Investigation determined that a couple went for an ATV ride in a wooded area outside of town. An argument ensued and the victim was left on their own in the remote area.
That person walked back to town and attended a residence on McFarlane Road to retrieve belongings. The disturbance continued between the couple and escalated to a physical altercation.
As a result, a 42-year-old from Elliot Lake was charged with:
- Assault - spousal, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on Aug. 3, 2021.
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