Press Release: Wellington County OPP, April 10, 2026.
WELLINGTON NORTH – An individual is charged following an incident in Arthur.
On April 8, 2026, at approximately 3:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to the report of an incident at an address in Arthur.
As a result, a 37-year-old from Arthur, is charged under the Criminal Code and the Liquor Licence and Control Act with:
- Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
- Mischief – destroys or damages property
- Being intoxicated in public place
While in police custody, the accused became aggressive and was further charged with:
- Assault a Peace Officer
- Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm
The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Guelph.
The name of the accused is being withheld to protect the identity of the victim.
The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122, or 911 in an emergency.
