17-05-2025
Allegedly armed thief arrested, facing slew of charges
An Orillia man is facing several charges after Orillia OPP received a call for an armed individual early Thursday morning.
Police say that on May 15, just after 8:30 a.m., officers were called to the area of West Street South for a man possibly armed with a weapon.
A number of police officers responded to the area and arrested a 44-year-old man after he allegedly broke into a garage and left with items that were not his.
As a result of the investigation, the man faces numerous charges including possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose, break and enter, mischief under $5,000, resist peace officer, two charges of fail to comply with a release order, and being intoxicated in a public place.
The man was held in custody on May 15, waiting for a bail hearing.
