NEWS RELEASE
SOUTH SIMCOE POLICE
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INNISFIL - A 66-year-old man was charged with assault with a weapon and assault with intent to resist arrest after South Simcoe Police Service officers responded to a recent domestic dispute call in Innisfil.
Once on scene, police learned that a woman had been injured after an object was thrown at her by her spouse. [It is alleged that] the accused assaulted police and resisted arrest. He was eventually taken into custody, charged and released. The victim did not require hospital treatment.
November is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Everyone has the right to live in safety and with dignity, free from intimidation and the threat of violence.
If you or someone you know is being abused, you can reach the Assaulted Women's Helpline by calling 414-863-0511 or toll free 1-866-863-0511. If you are in immediate danger call 911.
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