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Man has his teeth knocked out in Guelph assault, police say

Police said a homeowner received a phone call on Thursday from someone claiming to be his granddaughter. She reportedly needed $18,000 in order to be released from custody. Matt Carty / Global Guelph

Guelph police say one man is facing assault charges after another man had two teeth knocked out on Wednesday afternoon.

A disturbance was reported in the area of Janefield Avenue and Scottsdale Drive just before 6 p.m., police say.

Police said the victim arrived at an address to pick up a woman for dinner when a man approached his vehicle armed with a screwdriver and tried to break the window.

The attacker eventually opened the door and punched the man in the face several times, knocking his teeth out, police said.

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The suspect ran away but police later arrested him. The victim did not need to go to the hospital.

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A 38-year-old man has been charged with assault causing bodily harm and assault with a weapon. He is scheduled to make a court appearance on March 15.

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