A Guelph man is facing assault charges following an incident at a hockey game last month.
Guelph police were notified about an incident that took place during a rec hockey game at the Sleeman Centre on March 5.
Get breaking National news
For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Investigators say one hockey player received several punches to the head and face resulting in damage to his teeth and gums which required dental work.
They say the player was also struck in the back of the head and pulled to the ice.
Police arrested and charged a 31-year-old man this past Monday.
He will appear in Guelph court on May 19.
- Man facing murder charges after couple dies in shooting on rural Alberta road: Grande Prairie RCMP
- 15 injured in stabbing at chemical plant in Japan, arrests made
- NWT RCMP deny excessive force, racism allegations after suspect suffers frostbite
- Russell Brand faces new rape and sexual assault charges in U.K.
Comments