London man flees ride program, causes $100,000 of damage to a residence
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A 42-year-old London man is facing a slew of charges following a vehicle striking a residence in the city’s east end over the weekend that caused $100,000 in damages.
Just after midnight on Saturday, police say that a vehicle fled an OPP ride program at a 401-off ramp. OPP provided a vehicle description and license plate to London Police Service.
Less than ten minutes later, emergency crews were called to the scene on Ponds Edge Court where a car had left the roadway, crossed a grassy area, went through a fence, shed and backyard, before being driven into the back of a residence.
The driver then fled the scene on foot; however a description was provided to police. Not only was the vehicle confirmed to be the same as OPP had identified earlier, but a loaded firearm was found outside the car.
The suspect then attempted to break into a nearby residence and was spotted on surveillance video.
At approximately 2 a.m., police were told that the man was inside of a residence on Pond Mills Road. Police negotiated with the man, who was arrested about one hour later.
In addition to the firearm, police also seized $25,000 of cocaine, 15 unidentified pills, and a Taser.
The 42-year-old faces many charges, among them unauthorized possession of a firearm, dangerous operation, and possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.
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