Arrest Made After Report Of A Male With A Weapon Near Huntsville Public School

May 24, 2024 | sacton
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Huntsville OPP has made an arrest after a report of a male with a weapon near Huntsville Public School.

On May 23, at 12:07 p.m., officers of the Huntsville OPP detachment responded to a report of males fighting on Susan Street in the Town of Huntsville. Initial report was that one of the males had a weapon. Police attended the area and arrested a male party.  

Richard RYAN 42-year-old of Huntsville was arrested and charged with:  

·      Possession of a schedule 1 substance  

·      Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine

·      Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Opioid

·      Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Possession of a Weapon Contrary to Order

·      Causing a Disturbance

The local school was placed on a hold and secure until the male was arrested.

The accused has been held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge.