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2 arrested after ‘disturbance’ at Prince Edward County hospital, police say

OPP arrested two young people following a disturbance at a Prince Edward County hospital. Global News file

Two people were arrested following what police called a dispute at a Prince Edward County hospital this week.

An 18-year-old from Prince Edward County was taken into custody on Saturday shortly after 6 p.m. following what police called “a disturbance.” He also caused damage to a police cruiser following his arrest, police say.

He faces charges of mischief under $5,000, assault, and assault with intent to resist arrest.

A 17-year-old from Alderville was also arrested after police say they discovered a “domestic component” to the incident.

Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the identity of the teen will not be released.

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Both are scheduled to appear in court in Picton on July 14.

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