21 Year Old Arrested After Refusing To Leave & Assaulting Police

On June 30, 2023, just after 5:00 p.m., the Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of a disturbance that took place at a business on Main Street West in the Municipality of North Perth.

It was reported that a customer who had been asked to leave became aggressive, threatening, and assaultive. When officers arrived, the male was wielding an edged weapon. The male was taken into custody after resisting arrest.

As a result, Jesse DEWISPELAERE, a 21-year-old of Listowel, has been arrested and charged with:

–       Uttering Threats – Cause death or Bodily Harm

–       Assault (two counts)

–       Assault with intent to resist arrest

–       Assault a Peace Officer While Carrying a Weapon

–       Assault a Peace Officer with a weapon

–       Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

–       Mischief – destroys or damages property

–       Mischief – obstructs, interrupts or interferes with the lawful use, enjoyment or operation of property

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.   

No injuries were reported.      

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