OPP cruiser with lights, daytime. Photo courtesy Ontario Provincial Police.OPP cruiser with lights, daytime. Photo courtesy Ontario Provincial Police.
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OPP arrest man following pursuit in stolen vehicle

The Grey Bruce OPP have arrested and charged a Georgian Bluffs man who allegedly led police on a chase.

On Wednesday around 12:30 p.m., officers were conducting proactive patrol in Georgian Bluffs when they encountered a man wanted on an outstanding warrant. When officers attempted to arrest him, he ran off and allegedly stole an unattended vehicle.

The suspect was located a short time later, and police deployed a spike belt which successfully disabled the vehicle. The man was arrested without further incident.

The 31-year-old of Georgian Bluffs is facing numerous charges including Flight from Peace Officer, Dangerous Operation, Theft of Motor Vehicle, and Driving While Under Suspension.

The accused was held for a bail hearing at the Owen Sound court on Thursday.

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