Man drives into tree, runs from and fights police

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Man drives into tree, runs from and fights police
(Photo : Cornwall Police Service)

CORNWALL, Ontario – Joshua Tilley, 24, of Cornwall was arrested on August 8, 2017 and charged with the following:

  • Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle
  • Fail to remain at the scene of an accident
  • Assault police with intent to resist arrest
  • Possession of a controlled substance
  • Breach of probation (fail to keep the peace)
  • Breach of recognizance (operating a motor vehicle)

It is alleged on August 8, 2017 the man was operating a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner when it collided with a tree in the area of Seventh Street West. It is also alleged the man fled the scene and was located by police a short distance away. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle and found to be in possession of a quantity of marijuana and hashish. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

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