SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE LEADS TO INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE AND WEAPONS CHARGES
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SUSPICIOUS VEHICLE LEADS TO INTIMATE PARTNER AND WEAPONS CHARGES
(ELGIN COUNTY, ON) - Suspicious vehicle leads to Intimate partner and weapons investigation in Bayham Township.
On June 13, 2025, at 11:17 pm, a member of the Elgin County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) while on general patrol on Nova Scotia Line in Bayham Township, observed a suspicious vehicle stationary in a parking lot.
A traffic stop was initiated at which time the driver was placed under arrest.
A loaded firearm was observed and seized from within the vehicle.
Investigation revealed the passenger was being held against their will.
As a result, a 46-year-old of no fixed address has been charged under the Criminal Code with:
- Operation while impaired - alcohol
- Failure or refusal to comply with demand
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Firearm - Use while committing offence
- Careless Use of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or Ammunition
- Forcible Confinement
The accused was held for bail.
The victim was not injured.