10-08-2025
Assault charge laid after northern Ontario domestic dispute
A woman sits on the edge of a bed, shrouded in shadow. (File photo/Shutterstock)
A 45-year-old individual from Englehart has been charged with assault following a domestic incident that drew police to a Sixth Avenue residence on the evening of August 6.
Ontario Provincial Police officers responded to the incident at approximately 8 p.m. after receiving reports of a disturbance.
'Upon arrival, police determined that a person had been assaulted during a domestic dispute,' the OPP stated in a news release.
Charges laid, accused released
The accused faces one count of assault.
'To protect the identity of the victim, the name of the accused will not be released,' OPP said in a news release.
Authorities confirmed the individual was released and is expected to appear in court in Haileybury at a later date.
Police stress support for victims
'OPP would like to remind the public that in all incidents of intimate partner violence, police take reports seriously and conduct thorough investigations to ensure the safety of all individuals involved,' said police. 'If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, help is available. Contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or reach out to local support services.'
Resources for sexual assault survivors
If you or someone you know is struggling with sexual assault or trauma, the following resources are available to support people in crisis:
A full list of sexual assault centres in Canada that offer information, advocacy and counselling can be found at Resources in your community can be found by entering your postal code.
If you are in immediate danger or fear for your safety, you should call 911.
Helplines, legal services and locations that offer sexual assault kits in Alberta, B.C., Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, Ontario and Nova Scotia can be found here.
National Residential School Crisis Line: 1-866-925-4419
24-hour crisis line: 1-416-597-8808
Canadian Human Trafficking Hotline: 1-833-900-1010
Trans Lifeline: 1-877-330-6366
Sexual misconduct support for current or former members of the Armed Forces: 1-844-750-1648
Read about your rights as a victim here.
