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Guelph cyclist attacked with a hammer, suspect arrested: police

Police said the suspect and victim knew each other. Matt Carty / Global News File

Guelph police say a 33-year-old man is facing charges after a cyclist was allegedly attacked with a hammer on Wednesday.

It happened on Scottsdale Drive near Stone Road Mall at around 6:30 p.m.

According to police, a man on a bicycle was allegedly chased and struck with a hammer. He was taken to hospital where he was treated for his injuries.

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Police said the suspect had left the scene before officers arrived, but added that the two knew each other.

He was later found and charged with assault with a weapon and breaching probation.

The suspect will appear in court in June.

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