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Niagara Man Arrested in Orillia After Causing Disturbance, Assaulting Police

8 November, 2024 - 2:04AM
Niagara Man Arrested in Orillia After Causing Disturbance, Assaulting Police
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The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged one male party following a disturbance at an Orillia area business.

On November 6, 2024 at 5:30 p.m., Orillia OPP officers responded to a Murphy Road area business, in the City of Orillia for a male causing a disturbance and damaging property.

Upon arrival, officers were met by a very aggressive male. Through investigation, this male was found to be committing numerous Criminal Code offences. While officers were arresting this individual, he made attempts to flee and further assaulted numerous officers.

As a result of this investigation, Kierin Gent, 31-years-old, of Niagara Region has been charged with:

  • Mischief under $5,000 (2 counts)
  • Causing a disturbance
  • Failure to comply with a release order
  • Obstruct peace officer
  • Resist peace officer (2 counts)
  • Assault of a peace officer

The accused has been held in custody pending a bail hearing.

Anyone suspecting unlawful activity is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

Niagara Man Arrested in Orillia After Causing Disturbance, Assaulting Police
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Orillia Ontario Provincial Police OPP
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