Guelph man’s ankle bracelet removed after release from custody: police

Guelph police say a 25-year-old is in custody after he allegedly removed his ankle bracelet while released from custody.

Tanner Mitchell was released by the Ontario Court of Justice on March 25 while facing drug trafficking and weapon charges.

The conditions of his release were that he remain in his home and wear an ankle bracelet at all times.

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Police said they were notified at 2:45 a.m. on Wednesday that the ankle bracelet was removed and it was later found by officers in two pieces near Elizabeth Street and York Road.

In a second announcement on Thursday, police said Mitchell was arrested earlier that morning by members of its tactical unit.

Police didn’t say where Mitchell was arrested but thanked the public for their tips.

He was held in custody pending a bail hearing.