Men wanted on assault charges caught: OPP
Handcuffs are seen in this file photo.
Two men have been charged after a vicious assault and robbery in early February.
Police responded to a call about an assault and robbery with a weapon on Parkside Street in Minden on February 9 at 4:30 a.m.
The victim of the assault was transported to hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
Haliburton Highlands Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) put out a warrant for the arrest of a 26-year-old Minden man who was considered armed and dangerous.
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He was located and has been charged with aggravated assault, robbery, possession of a weapon and failing to comply with a previous release order.
A 44-year-old Minden Hills man was also charged with aggravated assault, robbery, and possession of a weapon charge.
Both men were held for a bail hearing.
The investigation continues.
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