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One male charged after stabbing incident at local bar
(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma OPP is currently investigating an incident at a local bar in Elliot Lake.
July 15, 2012 at approximately 2:53 p.m. police received information that one male had been stabbed during an altercation outside the bar.
Police on scene arrested and charged William V. Bellerose (47) of Garson with the following:
- Aggravated Assault
- Assault with a weapon
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Care and control of motor vehicle while impaired
- Exceed 80
- Possession of Cannabis resin
The victim was transported to St Joseph Hospital with serious injuries.
The accused remains in custody awaiting a Bail Hearing in Sault Ste Marie July 16, 2012.
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Search north of Elliot Lake
(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – The East Algoma OPP in Elliot Lake received a call on July 13, 2012 at approximately 9 p.m. requesting police attend a park north of Elliot Lake regarding possible human remains.
Specialized Services and members of the Elliot Lake Detachment are currently involved in the investigation and search.
The OPP will continue to provide media updates as information becomes available.
Police assure the public that this search is unrelated to the incident at the Algo Centre Mall on June 23, 2012.
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