The Ontario Provincial Police charged a Lakeshore man with theft and assault offences after an incident last Thursday.
The OPP were called to a home on Linda Crescent, near County Road 42 and Elmstead Road, to investigate the theft of a utility trailer.
Police said when the victim confronted the thief, there was an altercation.
Officers found the suspect later and arrested a 53-year-old man.
The suspect is charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats, and possession of property obtained by crime.
The charges haven't been proven in court. The accused will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor at a later date.
The investigation is ongoing, and anyone with information can call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, or leave a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com.
