A Peterborough man is facing charges including assault and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose following a Monday afternoon incident.
Peterborough Police Service say around 3:40 p.m., the victim was walking south on Aylmer Street North when he was approached from behind by a man known to the victim. The man allegedly began shouting then proceeded to assault the victim.
It’s alleged during the altercation the accused brandished a large knife and threatened the victim.
The victim fled the area on foot and reported the incident to the police.
Around 7:45 p.m., officers located the suspect at an Aylmer Street North residence where, as a result of the investigation, he was placed under arrest.
Jeffrey Leon Dodds, 55, of Aylmer Street North, is charged with assault, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm and two counts of failure to comply with a probation order.
He was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Tuesday, police said.