OPP cruisers parked outside of the Leamington detachment. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)OPP cruisers parked outside of the Leamington detachment. (BlackburnNews.com file photo)
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Assault in Leamington leads to charges

Two people are facing charges after an assault in Leamington earlier this week.

The Ontario Provincial Police were called to Oak Street around 11 p.m. on Monday. Investigators were told the victim was assaulted and threatened with an edged weapon by two men who were known to the victim.

The accused were identified and arrested.

A 32-year-old from Essex is facing charges of uttering death threats, assault with a weapon, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

A 23-year-old from Kingsville is facing charges of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

The charges have been proven in court.

Anyone with information regarding this or any other incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave an anonymous online message at www.catchcrooks.com

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