Northumberland OPP – Brighton Man Charged with Assault, Uttering Threats (Name Released)

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The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested an individual following a report of a disturbance in Brighton.

On July 31, 2024, at approximately 8:00 p.m., OPP and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) responded to a report of a disturbance between individuals at a residential address in Brighton.

The dispute arose over the possession of property which escalated into an incident of assault. A witness was able to intervene and assist the victim in leaving the property. The victim was treated for minor injuries by EMS at a nearby address but declined to attend hospital. The accused had left the location prior to police arrival.

On August 1, 2024, police arrested an individual as a result of the investigation.

Shawn LEBLANC, 47-years-old, from Brighton, has been charged with:

– Assault

– Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm.

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg at a future date

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