(MIDLAND,ON) – Officers from the Southern Georgian Bay OPP Detachment following up on an outstanding investigation have arrested Alex John DAKA 42 years of Midland on a number of charges in relation to a mischief and assault investigation.

On July 24, 2024, officers were dispatched after the OPP Communications Centre received a call from a community member who had the top of his vehicle destroyed by a male with an edged weapon while the vehicle was parked in front of a Dominion Street, Midland business. The vehicle owner confronted the suspect armed with an edged weapon resulting in an interaction and the suspect fled the scene.

On October 14, 2024, while officers were at a Southwinds Crescent, Midland residence, the suspect was located and arrested and held for bail on the following criminal code charges.

Mischief Over $5,000
Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
Assault with A Weapon
Fail to Comply with Probation Order
The accused remains in custody and will be appearing before the Ontario Court of Justice at a future date.

The OPP is reminding the public to always use caution and be aware of their personal safety at all times. The OPP’s website contains a number of useful resources, tips and links- www.opp.ca

Anyone having knowledge of drug or property related investigations is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, opp.southern.georgian.bay@opp.ca or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

SGBOPP incident # E241381634

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