A Montreal, Que., man is facing charges while another is being sought after the two attempted to steal a pickup in Milton, Ont., resulting in a police officer being dragged in an attempt to escape, police say.
Halton Regional Police say the incident happened just after 3 a.m. last Wednesday at an address near Woodward Avenue and Thompson Road North.
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Investigators say suspects were attempting to steal a 2024 Toyota Tundra when confronted by police cruisers arriving at the scene after a tip.
“While attempting to arrest a male in the suspect vehicle one officer was dragged for approximately 50 meters before falling to the ground suffering minor injuries,” an HRPS spokesperson said in an email.
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That driver would escape but an accomplice would be arrested in the backyard of a residence while attempting to flee on foot.
The 23-year-old Montreal man, identified in a release, is facing three charges in all, including theft and obstructing a peace officer.
He was already on a release order from a court that prohibited him from leaving Quebec.
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