Numerous officers were assaulted this weekend during the execution of their duties.

The first incident occurred on August 26, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. Patrol officers responded to a domestic disturbance in the 1100 block of McKercher Drive. Upon arresting a 28-year-old man for assault, he refused to enter the Police vehicle and struck an officer causing minor injuries. He continued being combative with officers while in the Detention Unit. He was believed to be under the influence of an intoxicant and was assessed by the paramedic in Detention before being medically cleared.

The 28-year-old man is facing two assault charges; one of them being against a Police Officer.

(Occurrence Number: 113568)

(Court Info Number: 991242147)

The second incident occurred at approximately 9:30 p.m., August 26, 2023. Members on Patrol responded to another domestic disturbance occurring in a vehicle near Circle Drive and Venture Crescent. A 21-year-old passenger had become combative with the driver, causing him to pull over and call Police. Upon arrival, officers began speaking with the passenger and believed he was under the influence of an intoxicant. He was arrested under the Mental Health Act, and upon being taken into custody, became combative with officers. The suspect kicked, bit and spit on officers, while attempting to disarm one of them. One officer was transported to hospital for treatment of minor injuries.

The 21-year-old man is charged with Assaulting a Police Officer and Disarming a Police Officer.

(Occurrence Number: 113650)

(Court Info Number: 991242148)