A man has been arrested for allegedly threatening an Orillia OPP officer with a knife.
Police say the incident occurred yesterday afternoon when officers were called to a local business about a man refusing to leave.
The OPP says Julien Johnston, age 31, has been charged with:
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose
- Carrying concealed weapon
- Fail to leave premises when directed
- Resist Peace Officer
- Assault a Peace Officer with a weapon
The accused has been held for a bail hearing and is set to appear on April 20, 2021, via video link, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Barrie.