OPP Cruiser. Blackburn News file photo.OPP Cruiser. Blackburn News file photo.
Sarnia

Driver charged with assaulting police officer

A 27-year-old Sarnia man faces multiple charges after allegedly assaulting an OPP officer during a traffic stop in Corunna.

At around 8 p.m. Wednesday, Lambton OPP said officers pulled over an SUV for failing to drive within the marked lane on Hill Street.

Further investigation revealed the driver's licence had been suspended.

While trying to arrest the driver, police said an officer was assaulted causing minor injuries. The driver then fled the scene.

A  suspect was located in Sarnia with the help of city police.

Preston Siklosi remained in custody on Thursday awaiting a bail hearing on charges of assault with intent to resist arrest, flight from police, and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle.

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