SIU 23-102416

Man found to have a serious injury 
Special Investigations Unit investigating

LONDON, ON (October 29, 2023) – The Special Investigations Unit has invoked their mandate.

At approximately 2:20 a.m., on October 29, 2023, police were sent to a downtown establishment in relation to a trespasser in the 500-block of Richmond Street.  The man was asked to leave the premises and complied.

A short time later, the suspect male returned to the establishment and brandished a knife. Police returned and the suspect was combative with police during the arrest.

Once arrested, it was determined the man had a serious, non-life threatening injury and was transported to hospital.

The officers were not injured during the incident.

A 22-year-old London man has been charged with the following offences:

• Two (2) counts of assault with a weapon;
• Weapons dangerous;
• Resist arrest; and
• Uttering threats.

The Special Investigations Unit was notified and has invoked their mandate. As such, all inquiries regarding the investigation are to be directed to the Special Investigations Unit at 416-622-0748 or 1-800-787-8529.

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