The Guelph Police Service was able to identify a suspect from a birthmark.
Officers were patrolling the downtown Tuesday afternoon when they spotted a woman just after 3 p.m. who they say was wanted on an outstanding warrant.
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Upon speaking with the woman, investigators say she provided a false name and date of birth.
They say they were able to obtain the true identity of the accused through photos and descriptors, including a birthmark.
A 34-year-old woman from Guelph was arrested and charged.
She is being held for a bail hearing.
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