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P.E.I. RCMP arrest man for multiple alleged assaults, vehicle thefts

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Prince Edward Island RCMP arrested a 36-year-old man for numerous alleged assaults, thefts, and dangerous driving incidents across the province.

According to an RCMP news release, officers received a report of an assault in progress in Wellington after 4 p.m. on Monday.

Police say the suspect, Jimmy Lee Arsenault, was also wanted in connection to incidents on Aug. 8, including:

  • theft of a truck from Miscouche (police used a spike belt to stop Arsenault and he abandoned the vehicle)
  • theft of an ATV from Alma
  • mischief for cutting off an ankle monitor
  • theft of gasoline
  • dangerous operation
  • flight from police

The release says Arsenault fled the scene in a car and police later found him in Tyne Valley and arrested him as he was trying to take control of a vehicle with an occupant.

Arsenault was charged with multiple assault, theft and driving-related offences. He was scheduled to appear in court on Tuesday.

For more Prince Edward Island news visit our dedicated provincial page.

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