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2 Guelph police officers suffer serious injuries in alleged attack

Guelph police say two officers were attacked on Friday morning. Matt Carty / Global News File

Guelph police say two of their officers suffered serious injuries after they were allegedly attacked by a man in the south end on Friday.

Officers were called to an address at around 1:50 a.m. for a medical issue.

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Police said while speaking with the man, he suddenly became violent and assaulted the two officers before he was arrested.

Both officers were taken to Guelph General Hospital for treatment.

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“One received treatment for multiple lacerations to his face and a broken nose. The other officer received trauma to his head and is being treated,” police said in a news release.

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Both officers are expected to make a full recovery.

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A 38-year-old Guelph man was charged with aggravated assault and assault causing bodily harm.

He will make a court appearance in February.

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