Dufferin OPP are investigating a serious assault that took place on Simon Street in Shelburne last week.
On October 26, at approximately 2:25 a.m., OPP officers located a person inside the residence suffering from serious injuries.
The victim was transported to a local hospital.
As a result of the investigation, a 51-year-old has charged with the following:
· Attempt to Commit Murder
· Aggravated Assault
· Break, Enter dwelling house – commit indictable offence
· Disguise with intent
· Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
· Mischief Under $5000
· Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid
The accused individual was transported to the Dufferin OPP detachment where they were held pending a bail hearing.
There is believed to be no public safety risk, as investigators do not consider this to be a random incident.
