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Suspect charged after backing into police car

A Listowel man is facing nine charges after colliding with a Perth County OPP cruiser on Tuesday.

On April 29, police responded to a call for a suspicious vehicle in the town of Listowel.

According to OPP, when officers arrived, the vehicle — which was found to be stolen — reversed into a police cruiser before attempting to flee.

A 22-year-old Listowel man is now facing charges including dangerous operation, flight from police, possession of property obtained by crime (over $5,000) and driving while under suspension.

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing on Wednesday in Stratford Court.

Perth County OPP is asking anyone with information related to this investigation, call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca.

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