US EditionPremier speaks out after Ontario resident charged with assault following home invasion
A 44-year-old resident was charged after seriously injuring a 41-year-old intruder during a break-in, with police emphasizing legal limits on self-defense in Canada.
- On Aug. 18, Kawartha Lakes Police Service arrested a 44-year-old homeowner after an early-morning altercation at a Kent Street apartment, charging him with aggravated assault and assault with a weapon as the 41-year-old intruder suffered life-threatening injuries and was airlifted.
- Police records show the alleged intruder was already wanted by police, and Sections 35 of the Criminal Code of Canada allow reasonable force for defence, Dunn and Associates noted.
- Kawartha Lakes Police Service issued a rare statement, noting police investigators examined all evidence before charging and released limited information to protect the investigation and accused's rights.
- Earlier this week, Premier Doug Ford weighed in saying `something is broken` when people cannot `protect your family`, linking the episode to Canada's bail system and noting homeowners will 'use any force you possibly can.'
- The Crown will likely try to prove three elements against homeowners, while Dunn and Associates warns firing warning shots can still lead to aggravated assault charges.
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