Michael CHAMBERS – Assault

(DUFFERIN, COUNTY) – Members from the Dufferin detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have charged an individual involved in a fraud investigation.

On March 12, 2024, officers responded to the report of a fraud in progress at a financial institution on Broadway in the Town of Orangeville. Officers received information that a male was attempting to open a bank account with fraudulent identification. When the officers approached the suspect, he assaulted one of the officers and fled the scene. A foot pursuit ensued, and the male was arrested without incident.

Thankfully no one was injured.

As a result of the investigation, Michael CHAMBERS, 47-year-old from North York has been charged with:

·      Assault with intent to resist arrest

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Cause or attempt to use a forged document – (six counts)

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