Robbery/Assault with a weapon; 13 individuals arrested for public intoxication

Robbery/ Assault with a Weapon

 At 7:42 am, Police were called to a disturbance in the 100 block of 13^th St. Once on scene, they arrested a 38-year-old male in relation to an incident from December 9^th at a residence on Westaway Bay. The victim had reported attending to a residence and once inside the residence he was assaulted by two males. The accused struck the victim multiple times with a bottle prior to stealing the victims’ personal items including clothing and a phone. The suspect was arrested for robbery and assault with a weapon and was held in custody to appear in court in the morning.

Firearms Offenses

 At 10:49 am, Police attempted to arrest a suspect in the 800 block of Pacific Ave, and the suspect threw down a knife he had in his possession and fled on foot. Police began pursuing the suspect and witnessed him then toss a sawed-off double-barreled shotgun. A K9 track was initiated shortly after which led to a residence in the 900 block of Rosser Ave. The 36-year-old suspect was arrested a short time later and charged with possession of a firearm while prohibited, resisting arrest, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and carrying a concealed weapon. He was held in custody for court in the morning.

Other Arrests

 13 other individuals were arrested for public intoxication, breach of peace and having outstanding warrants for arrest.