Update to January 2nd Arrest

Update to January 2^nd Arrest – Break and Enter/Theft of Motor Vehicle

The following information is an update concerning the incident where a man broke into a residence in Southampton and stole a vehicle. He was arrested a short time later in Port Elgin.

The Bruce County man initially faced nine Criminal Code charges. The Saugeen Shores Police have now laid an additional two charges for:

• Robbery with violence
• Resist Arrest

The nine original charges face by the man are:

• Theft of Motor Vehicle
• Break and Enter dwelling house                                                                 
• Possession of Weapons Dangerous
• Dangerous Operation
• Operation while Impaired
• Mischief Under $5000
• Failure or refusal to comply with demand
• Possession of Firearms or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order
• Operation While Prohibited

The male is still in custody pending a bail hearing.

Media Relations Officer

Sergeant Andy Evans