Chatham-Kent Police Service officials allege: On July 18, 2024, at 6:01 p.m., police began an assault investigation in Blenheim.
Through investigation, officer learned while attending the festival, the victims were approached by a group of youths, known to them.
The youths taunted the victims and subsequently assaulted them.
As a result of the altercation, the victims sustained minor physical injuries.
On July 24, 2024, police located the two youths and arrested them.
A 14-year-old male youth and a 19-year-old man, both of Blenheim were arrested and transported to police headquarters, where they were released with conditions as future court dates.
They’ve both been charged with assault.
