Police have identified a man suspected of using a stolen vehicle to assault an officer while fleeing from a scene.
The Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation Police Service and the Middlesex County OPP have discovered through investigation that two male suspects went to a residence on Townline Rd. on Thursday at around 12:30pm and a verbal argument occurred with a male resident of the home.
According to police, a firearm was seen during the altercation.
Police say the vehicle fled the scene and was later intercepted by an OPP cruiser. One of the suspects then allegedly used the vehicle as a weapon against the officer. The officer did not require medical attention and no collision occurred.
The OPP Canine Unit, as well as the Tactics and Rescue Unit and an OPP helicopter, responded to search for two men who had ditched the vehicle and fled into a wooded area. A gun was found by officers before the search was called off, but it is not believed to have been fired during the incident.
The suspect's stolen vehicle was located shortly after.
Following an investigation, police arrested one male suspect and charges are currently pending. 34-year-old Isaac (Ike) Doxtator of Oneida Nation of the Thames First Nation is the second suspect in relation to this event. He has been charged with the following offences:
- Criminal harassment
- Dangerous operation of motor vehicle
- Assaulting a peace officer with a weapon
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
Police remind all members of the public to be aware of their personal safety at all times. Anyone who may know of the whereabouts of this wanted suspect should not approach. Instead, contact police as soon as possible by calling 911.
Anyone with information regarding this investigation is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), or submit a tip online at www.londoncrimestoppers.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.
*With files from Kirk Dickinson