The Northumberland Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid a charge in connection with an assault at Warkworth Institution
On July 10, 2026, shortly after 5:00 p.m., police received a report that a staff member had been assaulted by an inmate at the facility. The staff member was transported to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
As a result of the investigation, a warrant was obtained for the arrest of the accused. On August 8, 2026, OPP officers took the individual into custody.
A 25-year-old male has been charged with:
· Assault peace officer – cause bodily harm
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg later this month.
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