Three Guelph Police Officers Allegedly Assaulted After Arrest in Family Dispute

Police in Guelph say that a 35-year-old Guelph man is facing additional charges after three officers with the Guelph Police Service were allegedly assaulted Wednesday evening following his arrest at a north-end residence.

According to a police news release, officers responded to a reported family dispute at approximately 7:30 p.m. During the investigation, a man was arrested at the scene and initially charged with assault, theft and mischief under $5,000.

Police allege that the accused became aggressive after being transported to the police station. While in the cellblock area, he allegedly struck three officers.

Authorities confirmed that none of the officers sustained injuries during the incident.

Following the alleged altercation at the station, the man was additionally charged with three counts of assaulting a police officer. He has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Aug. 7.