Three teens have been arrested and charged following a violent outbreak at a youth home in Peterborough, Ont. on Friday afternoon.
Peterborough police report that around 4:45 p.m., officers were dispatched to the youth home for a disturbance between staff members and youth.
It’s alleged that two staff members were assaulted and a door and table were broken. An officer at the scene was also allegedly assaulted.
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As a result of the investigation a 16-year-old Peterborough teen was charged with:
- Assault a peace officer
- Mischief under $5,000
The youth was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 23.
A 13-year-old, of no fixed address, was charged with two counts of assault. The youth was held in custody and appeared in weekend and statutory holiday court on Saturday.
As well, a 15-year-old Peterborough teen is charged with mischief under $5,000 and breach of recognizance. The youth was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Dec. 23.
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Under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the names of the youth cannot be released.
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