Brockville man accused of assaulting victim, stealing phone

A Brockville man is facing robbery, assault and failing to comply with probation orders after an altercation over the weekend.

Police say that on Saturday, Jan. 25, at about 11:45 p.m., officers received a call to report an altercation that had taken place between two individuals in the area of King Street West.

Investigation revealed that two males were observed meeting in the area of King Street West and John Street. Their conversation escalated and one attacked the other, reportedly striking his head and stealing his cell phone before fleeing. The victim was taken to the Brockville General Hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.

The 26-year-old suspect was located and arrested in the nearby area. He was held in custody for a bail hear, after being charged with robbery, assault causing bodily harm, and three counts of failing to comply with probation.