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On probation, man charged with assaulting officer with a weapon

He's also charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
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Michael Ashawasega is also charged with failing to comply with a probation order.

On January 8 at 5 p.m. West Parry Sound OPP officers responded to a disturbance on the Henvey Inlet First Nation.

See: Arrested, 'Armed and dangerous person' loose north of Parry Sound say OPP

A person fled the scene, who police described as "armed and dangerous."

At the time police warned the public to stay away from the area and shelter in a place of safety until further notice.

Michael Ashawasega , 27, of Henvey Inlet First Nation is now charged with:

  • Two counts of assaulting a peace officer with a weapon
  • Three counts of assaul
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Failing to comply with a probation order

Ashawasega remains in custody and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound on January 13..

Assisting in the arrest was the Critical Incident Command, Aviation Services, Tactical and Rescue Unit, Emergency Response Team, Canine Unit, OPP Provincial Liaison Team, and Detachment Crime Unit.