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One charged with assaulting rideshare driver and police officer

It happened early Friday
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One person is facing charges after a rideshare driver and a police officer were assaulted early Friday.

Sault Ste. Marie Police were called to the area of St. George’s Avenue East and Grand Boulevard at around 2:45 a.m.

“An investigation revealed the accused had ordered a ride from a rideshare service and had damaged the driver’s vehicle and punched them in the face twice,” said police in a news release.

Police also alleged a responding officer was kicked by the accused.

Montana Kapashesit, 24, has been charged with:

  • Assault
  • Assault Peace Officer
  • Mischief Under $5,000

None of the allegations have been tested in court and the accused is considered innocent unless proven guilty.