Northumberland OPP – Trenton Man Charged with Assault (Name Released)

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The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested an individual following a report of an assault.

On July 15, 2024, police received a complaint regarding an assault that took place the previous evening at a location on Alice Street. Emergency Medical Services (EMS) also attended at the same time as officers and the victim was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

As a result of the investigation, officers arrested an individual on November 21, 2024.

Ryan POCKNELL, 38-years-old, from Trenton, has been charged with:

  • Assault causing bodily harm.

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg.

The Ontario Provincial Police is committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities.

The Northumberland OPP values your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please visit Crime Stoppers at: www.stopcrimehere.ca or call 1-800-222-8477.

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