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Assault charge laid in intimate partner violence investigation

A Fergus resident is facing charges
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NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charges Fergus resident with three criminal charges in relation to an intimate partner violence investigation.

On March 20, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP were dispatched to a report of a disturbance at an address in Fergus.

As a result of the investigation, a 45-year-old of Fergus, is charged under the Criminal Code with the following:

  • Assault with a weapon - spousal
  • Assault - spousal
  • Mischief under $5000

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The OPP will not release names to protect the identity of the victim(s).

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