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Man wanted in Deseronto home invasion attempt arrested in Kingston

Click to play video: 'OPP issues warrant for a man who fired a gun at a door of an apartment in Deseronto'
OPP issues warrant for a man who fired a gun at a door of an apartment in Deseronto
A warrant has been issued for 26 year-old Dyllon Nelson of no fixed address. – Jan 24, 2020

Kingston police officers have arrested a man wanted after allegedly trying to break into a Deseronto home with a gun.

In a tweet, OPP announced that local Kingston police arrested 26-year-old Dyllon Nelson in the city after a resident recognized his image from media reports.

The incident for which Nelson is accused occurred at an apartment complex on Mill Street on Jan. 17 when OPP say a man tried to enter a residence.

When he was unsuccessful, OPP allege the man fired a gun at the door then fled the scene.

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Following almost a week of investigation, on Thursday, OPP identified Nelson as the suspect in the investigation.

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A warrant was then issued for his arrest.

Nelson is facing the following charges:

  • Pointing a firearm
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Discharging a firearm with intent to commit a criminal offence
  • Criminal harassment
  • Wearing a disguise with intent to commit a criminal offence

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