A London man is facing charges after a local police officer was reportedly dragged by a vehicle.
Police said the officer was attempting to arrest a man on an outstanding warrant in the area of Elias and Adelaide streets on Thursday.
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According to police, the man fled and entered a vehicle.
While the man was inside the vehicle, police say the officer attempted to arrest the man. Police allege a brief struggle ensued, and the officer was reportedly dragged a short distance by the vehicle as it drove off.
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A short time later, police say officers caught up to the vehicle and the man was arrested.
A 53-year-old London man has since been charged with four offences, including dangerous operation of a vehicle.
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Police say the officer involved in the incident suffered minor injuries.
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