(NORTH PERTH, ON) – The Perth County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged three individuals after investigating a weapons complaint at an Elma Street West address in the Municipality of North Perth.
On June 22, 2023, at approximately 7:59 p.m., members of the Perth County OPP responded to a report of a drive by shooting involving a BB gun. No injuries were reported.
The vehicle was located a short time after and three individuals were taken into custody without incident.
As a result of the investigation, Gavin STERLING, a 24-year-old of Niagara Falls has been arrested and charged with:
– Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (three counts)
– Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
– Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court
– Mischief Under $5,000
The accused has been held in custody.
Owen WALSH, a 19-year-old of North Perth has been arrested and charged with:
– Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose (three counts)
– Unauthorized Possession of Weapon
– Mischief Under $5,000
A 17-year-old of North Perth has been arrested and charged with:
– Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
– Mischief Under $5,000
The 17-year-old and 19-year-old were released from custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Stratford at a later date to answer to the charges.
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