Man arrested after chasing people with hammer in downtown Kitchener
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Posted Feb 7, 2024 10:18:57 AM.
Last Updated Feb 7, 2024 10:19:00 AM.
A man reportedly dangerously wielding a hammer in downtown Kitchener has been arrested.
Tuesday afternoon, around 5:15, police say a man in his twenties was chasing people with a hammer in the Duke Street West and Ontario Street North area.
A 27-year-old man from Kitchener was arrested and charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats and possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose.
Police say no one was physically hurt.