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Assault charges laid after Mount Forest altercation

A 20-year-old from Mount Forest is facing assault charges after an alleged altercation in the community.

Wellington OPP were called to a local address around 7:15 p.m. on Tuesday for a dispute that led one person to attack another.

No physical injuries were reported, police said.

Following an investigation a 20-year-old was arrested. That individual is charged with assault with a weapon, assault, and uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm.

Police said the accused's name is not being released out of concern for their well-being.

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