London police headquarters on Dundas St. file photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn NewsLondon police headquarters on Dundas St. file photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News
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Police searching for suspect in connection to alleged violent offence

London police are looking for the public's help in finding a man wanted in relation to an alleged violent offence that happened on Friday.

Multiple officers attended an address in the area of Hamilton Road and Rectory Street in relation to an assault investigation on Friday.

Police found a victim who was transported to hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

After the investigation, 35-year-old Gregory Vanalstine of London was charged by way of a warrant with assault causing bodily harm.

Police warn that Vanalstine is considered dangerous and should not be approached. If seen, call 911.

Vanalstine is described as male, Caucasian, 5’9”, 216 lbs, red short hair, and hazel eyes. He is known to frequent the area of Marconi Boulevard and Trafalgar Street, Huron Street and Gatewood Road, and Hamilton Road and Hume Street. Vanalstine may be driving a blue 2012 Chevrolet Cruze, with a licence plate of BNJE710.

 

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