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Police investigating after assault in Orillia sends 1 man to hospital

The accused was released and is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Jan. 16. Nick Westoll / File / Global News

Police have arrested one suspect and are searching for another in connection with an assault investigation in Orillia.

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According to Orillia OPP, on Oct. 17 just before 7 p.m., officers received a report of an assault at a residence on High Street.

Police say as a result of the incident, one man was transported to hospital with serious injuries.

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Officers say following an investigation, 43-year-old Christopher Slauko was arrested and charged with aggravated assault.

Police say Slauko was held for a bail hearing on Oct. 18 and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on Nov. 13.

Police say a warrant has now been issued for the arrest of a second suspect. Officers are searching for 32-year-old Tyler Walsh from Orillia in connection with the assault investigation.

According to police, officers believe this was an isolated incident and there is no danger to the public.

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Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 705-326-3536 or 1-888-310-1122.

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