Pushed from Moving Car – Assault Cause Bodily Harm Arrest

On June 16^th, 2024, at approximately 1607 hours, Sarnia Police were dispatched to the area of Indian Road and Devine Street regarding a hit-and-run.

Officers arrived and spoke with an injured female in the care of paramedics.  The 58 year old female indicated that she had been in a vehicle with a male driver.  While driving, an argument arose during which time he pushed her out of the moving car at approx. 50kph.  The victim suffered a dislocated knee and scratches.  She was treated at hospital and later released. 

Further investigation revealed the involved male to be a 62 year old resident of Sarnia. 

On July 30 2024 at 7:10am, police were on the scene of an unrelated matter when an officer recognized him nearby.  He was placed under arrest and transported to Sarnia Police Headquarters.

As a result of this investigation, the suspect has been held for bail on the following criminal charges:

• Assault
• Assault Cause Bodily harm
• Dangerous Driving
• Failure to Stop after Accident

The suspect was remanded into custody at his bail hearing.