LONDON, ON (March 13, 2024) – A London man was arrested after members of the London Police Service responded to an assault with a weapon investigation in the city’s downtown core.
At approximately 11 p.m., on Tuesday, March 12, 2024, two men known to each other became involved in an argument at a residence in the area of Horton Street East and Clarence Street.
A female guest attempted to break up the argument. The male suspect then told the male and female to leave before retrieving a can of bear spray.
As the male and female left the residence the male suspect sprayed the bear spray at them causing all of them to become overcome by the substance.
Police were called and a description of the suspect was provided.
Officers located and arrested the suspect outside of the residence.
No injuries were reported.
As a result of the investigation, Tyler Evans, 20, of London, has been charged with assault with a weapon.
The accused is scheduled to appear in London court on April 16, 2024, in relation to the charge.