Man charged with assaulting police officer

OPP NEWS RELEASES

************************* WHITE RIVER, ON - On April 30, 2010, Anishinabek Police Service (APS) in Pic-Mobert First Nations had occasion to arrest a 29-year-old male for breach of a release order and was subsequently escorted to White River to be turned over to Superior East officers for processing.

When he was being turned over to OPP members, the male who was allegedly intoxicated, became un-cooperative.

As a result he kicked the inside back door of the APS unit causing damage.

When officers removed him from the cruiser he assaulted the APS officer by spitting on him.

The male was then escorted into the White River detachment and lodged.

Later in the evening he was escorted to Sault Ste Marie for a bail hearing.

Charged with the following criminal dode offences is Milton McWatch, 29 years, of White River, Ontario: - Fail to comply with an undertaking

- Assault a peace officer

- Mischief under $5,000.

************************* Youths caught setting fires

CHAPLEAU, ON - On May 1, 2010, Superior East OPP in Chapleau were advised that a group of young males had been setting small fires in the area of the Chapleau arena.

Fortunately there was no damage as a result.

Four young males, who cannot be named, were located and warned regarding the potential dangers of this type of activity.

Parents of the youths have also been made aware of the reported incidents.

************************* Cottage break and enters reported

WAWA, ON - On May 2, 2010, a cottage owner reported that his cottage and shed had been broken into on the Magpie River, Abotossaway Township approximately 40 kms northeast of Wawa.

Further checks of neighbouring cottages have revealed that they have been broken into as well.

It is unknown when this occurred but items reported stolen include multiple fishing items including rods, tackle; downrigger; a gas powered weed wacker with a saw attachment; a small blue Yamaha generator; a T.V.; a single shot pellet gun as well as a 14-foot galvanized boat trailer (Ez-Loader).

It is believed that other items may have been stolen as well once owners inspect their respective cottages.

The public is requested to call The OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) if any information regarding these incidents is known.

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