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Bike handlebars thrown at passing vehicle: police

The incident happened downtown over the weekend
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File photo. James Hopkin/SooToday

A 39-year-old is facing multiple charges after a 911 call Saturday afternoon reported someone carrying knives and uttering threats downtown.

Around 3:50 p.m., a 911 call was made reporting the incident near Albert Street East and Bruce Street while a second 911 call reported the individual throwing an object at a passing vehicle.

Officers with the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service responded and arrested the individual.

Police say that an investigation revealed that the accused had been carrying bicycle handlebars and loudly uttering threats before throwing the handlebars at a passing vehicle, causing damage.

Ashley Biron has been charged with;

  • possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • mischief under $5,000
  • fail to comply with probation order

The accused was released on an appearance notice and is scheduled to appear in court in October.