The side of a Chatham-Kent police cruiser. (Photo by Greg Higgins)The side of a Chatham-Kent police cruiser. (Photo by Greg Higgins)
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Two Wallaceburg seniors charged with assault

Chatham-Kent police have laid charges against two Wallaceburg residents in their 70s after what police say was a domestic dispute.

According to police, officers were called to a Wallaceburg home just before 9 a.m. Wednesday.

When they arrived, police said they found a 73-year-old woman outside the home. A 78-year-old man and a 61-year-old woman were found inside.

Investigators said that a verbal argument escalated into a physical fight.

The man was arrested and charged with assault causing bodily harm. The 73-year-old woman was also arrested and charged with two counts of assault.

Both were released from police custody with future court dates.

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