Skip to content

Giving police fake name leads to charges

Man had outstanding charge and allegedly gave police a fake name and date of birth
20190614 Guelph Police Service KA
Kenneth Armstrong/GuelphToday file photo

A Guelph man faces an additional charge after providing a false name Wednesday to avoid being arrested.

Approximately 7:40 p.m. police were called about suspicious males near Quebec Street and Norfolk Street. One of the males provided a fake name and date of birth. Through investigation his true identity was determined and he was found to be wanted for failing to appear in court.

A 31-year-old is charged with failing to attend court and obstructing police. He was held for a bail hearing Thursday.