Natuashish man facing log list of charges

    Thursday, 18 May 2023 16:23

    By Tonya Organ

    Natuashish man kept in custody after violent offences

    A Natuashish man facing a long list of charges is being kept in custody after appearing in court today on violent offences. RCMP say on Tuesday, 31-year-old Ben Rich assaulted a man with a weapon and damaged property. The man received minor injuries. Rich fled the scene but police caught up with him at a home. RCMP say they were confronted by Rich who held a weapon in hand.  He’s been charged with assault with a weapon, 2 counts of mischief, possession of a weapon, breaking and entering, performing  an indecent act. Uttering threats, 2 assaults on police officers, resisting arrest and breaching probation

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