The Haliburton Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has charged two individuals in relation to an assault and robbery that occurred earlier this month.
On February 9, 2024, shortly after 4:30 a.m., members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment responded to an assault and robbery with a weapon on Parkside Street in Minden. The victim was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
A thorough investigation was conducted by the Haliburton Highlands OPP Crime Unit.
As a result of the investigation, a 44-year-old of Minden Hills, has been charged with:
· Aggravated assault
· Robbery using firearm
· Possession of a weapon
· Possession of a weapon while prohibited
A 28-year-old of Minden Hills, has been charged with:
· Aggravated assault
· Robbery using firearm
· Possession of a weapon
· Fail to comply release order
· Possession of a firearm while prohibited
Both were held for a bail hearing.