An 18-year-old man and a 14-year-old have been charged after Ontario Provincial Police responded to a report Thursday night of suspicious people in the area of the Penetanguishene town dock and boat launch, followed by more calls about individuals attempting to break into vehicles in the same location.
As officers got to the scene, the suspects fled on foot and a bicycle.
Police searched the area and found the pair wearing balaclavas and made arrests on Shanahan Lane and another on Beck Boulevard. During the arrests, police say they seized an aerosol can containing a noxious substance and a replica pistol.
The older teen from Penetanguishene has been charged with:
- Disguise with Intent
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Resist Peace Officer
- Escape lawful custody
He was also charged with being intoxicated in a public place.
The 14-year-old from Strong Township has been charged with:
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Disguise with Intent
- Escape lawful custody
- Resist Peace Officer
- Failure to comply with undertaking
