SAVARD TOWNSHIP — OPP are investigating an unusual dispute that saw a man use a backhoe to assault another man.
On November 22, officers from the Temiskaming Detachment were told of a dispute that occurred the day before in Savard Township, just west of Englehart.
An argument between two men resulted in the victim being assaulted with a backhoe. Police provided no other details.
A 50-year-old man from Savard Township is charged with:
- Assault with a weapon
- Dangerous operation
- Fail to comply with recognizance
The victim did not sustain any injuries say police.
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing Tuesday.