Domestic assault investigation in Leamington results in charges for two individuals

On September 2, 2024, at 12:35 p.m., members of the Essex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to an address in Leamington for the report of an assault.

As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old of Essex County has been charged under the Criminal Code with Assault with a Weapon – Spousal, and a 35-year-old of Essex County has been charged under the Criminal Code with Mischief – destroys or damages property.

Victims of domestic violence are not alone. If you or someone you know needs support, there are local resources available to help. One organization you can contact is Victim Services of Windsor-Essex.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.

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