NEWS RELEASE
GUELPH POLICE SERVICE
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On May 25, 2016 at 3:30 p.m., a male brought before the court for a bail hearing at 36 Wyndham Street South jumped out of the prisoner’s box, pushed an O.P.P. Special Constable and ran from the room.
The male was arrested after a short foot pursuit by court security.
A Special Constable suffered minor scrapes during the arrest.
A 22-year-old Guelph man has been charged with escape lawful custody and assault peace officer.
He was held in custody and will appear in bail court on May 26, 2016.
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