A 53-year-old man from Cornwall, Ontario, was arrested on March 18, 2026, after he allegedly assaulted and choked his girlfriend’s daughter. The Cornwall Police Service responded to the incident and took the man into custody following an investigation into the physical struggle.
The man faces several charges, including assault and assault causing bodily harm specifically by choking, suffocating, or strangling. He was also charged with obstructing a peace officer for his actions during the police response.
According to police, the man allegedly fled the scene before he was eventually located and arrested. He was held in custody to wait for a bail hearing to determine if he can be released.
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