Man makes death threats and wields knife at meeting

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On July 19, 2023, after the accused became upset at meeting on Russell Street, he resorted to uttering death threats and waving a knife around.

At approximately 9:45 a.m. officers on patrol in the area were flagged down by one of the victims and witnesses. The group reported the incident and advised the accused had left on his long board.

Officers quickly located the accused on Joseph Street and arrested him without incident. During a search of the accused, officers located a flick knife concealed in his waistband.

The accused was transported to police headquarters where he was later released on conditions with a future court date.

A 47-year-old local individual was charged with two counts of utter threats to cause death, two counts of assault with a weapon, carry concealed weapon, possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace, and possession of a prohibited weapon.