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Peterborough man charged with assault causing bodily harm

A man faces charges for allegedly assaulting a male in mid-March. Peterborough Police Service

A Peterborough man has been arrested and charged with assault causing bodily harm following an alleged altercation earlier this month.

Peterborough Police Service say on March 14, an individual entered a residence in an attempt to speak with the accused.

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Police were informed that during the conversation, the accused allegedly assaulted the man and physically removed him from the property.

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The individual was taken to hospital via ambulance for treatment of his injuries.

The investigation led to a suspect who was arrested on Sunday when officers attended a residence and located him.

Ryan William Legault, 42, of Redwood Drive, in Peterborough, is charged with assault causing bodily harm.

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He was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on April 17.

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