A man is facing charges after being accused of throwing a shoe and urine at Chatham-Kent police officers.
Police said the accused went before a justice of the peace Tuesday afternoon while in police custody.
After discovering he was being remanded in custody, police said the accused became angry and allegedly threw a shoe at an officer.
Police added he then allegedly proceeded to throw urine, hitting an officer in the face.
The accused was charged with assault and assault with a weapon, police said.
Investigating arson
Chatham-Kent police are investigating an alleged arson that occurred just after 4 pm in Chatham.
Police were called to an address on Birchwood, where it’s reported a fence was intentionally set on fire causing approximately $3,000 damage.
Anyone with information is asked to contact Const. Nathan Pratt at [email protected] or 519-436-6600. Anonymous calls can also be made to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).