NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On Aug. 10, 2023, the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to a neighbour dispute on Hirshhorn Avenue in Elliot Lake.
On Aug. 9, 2023, police were called in relation to an assault that had taken place. The complainant reported having a verbal argument with a neighbour. The situation then escalated when the neighbour threatened and assaulted the complainant.
William MacInnes, 24 years old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:
- assault
- uttering threats - cause death or bodily harm
- mischief - obstructs, interrupts, or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment, or operation of property
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on Sept. 18, 2023.
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