Wawa resident, 27, accused of assaulting OPP officer

A 27-year-old faces multiple charges following an incident in Wawa earlier this month.

In a news release issued today, Superior East OPP say they responded to a harassment call shortly before 4 p.m. on Feb. 12 on Wood Avenue in Wawa.

Investigation revealed that, despite being warned by police not to, the accused continued to communicate with the victim of a previous incident. While being placed under arrest, the accused physically assaulted the two arresting officers.

As a result, Preston Plante of Wawa has been charged with:

• Harassing communications
• Assault peace officer - two counts 

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 4, 2024 in Wawa.

None of the allegations have been tested in court and Plante is presumed innocent unless proven guilty.