A Peterborough man has been charged with pointing a firearm during an altercation with a group on Wednesday afternoon.
According to the Peterborough Police Service, around 3:30 p.m., police received several 911 calls regarding a disturbance involving a group of men with weapons fighting in the area of Sherbrooke and Stewart streets.
Witnesses reported one of the individuals allegedly brandished and pointed a firearm at a 34-year-old man.
Several officers located the suspect walking in the area of Stewart Street where he was arrested.
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Police located and seized pellet/airsoft/BB guns found inside a Stewart Street residence.
Michael Bruce Wallwork, 29, of no fixed address, was arrested and charged with possession of weapons for a dangerous purpose and pointing a firearm.
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He was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court in Peterborough on Thursday.
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