Police Cruisers Struck – Names Released

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Suspicious vehicle leads to charges for two individuals.

On October 22, 2024, at 7:57 a.m., members of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), were dispatched to an address on Eight Mile Road in Middlesex Centre, for the report of a suspicious vehicle.

As officers arrived on scene, the vehicle struck two cruisers and sped off through a field.

It was determined the vehicle had previously been reported stolen from the City of London.

Shortly after, the suspect vehicle was involved in a single vehicle collision on Medway Road.

One individual was placed under arrest at scene and one fled on foot.

Members of the OPP Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team (ERT) were dispatched to assist.

As a result, Jesse DAVIDSON, a 31-year-old of London was arrested at scene and has been charged under the Criminal Code with:

• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to attend the Ontario Court of Justice in London on December 17, 2024.

The driver was later located on foot and was arrested by police.

Bradley MILLS, a 36-year-old of Thames Centre has been charged under the Criminal Code and Highway Traffic Act with:

• Dangerous operation
• Flight from peace officer
• Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
• Assault with A Weapon
• Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada
• Driving while under suspension

The accused was held for bail.

The cruisers sustained minor damage and the officers were not injured.

The Middlesex OPP can be reached anywhere, anytime at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call London-Middlesex Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000.  

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