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BRANDSMA Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – A complaint of a suspicious person has led to Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substance Charges by the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On March 18, 2025, just after 6:30 pm, officers were dispatched to a report of a suspicious person slumped over in a motor vehicle at a plaza on West Street North in the City of Orillia. Upon arriving on scene, officers noted that the vehicle was on and running, and there was a lone male in the driver’s seat. Speaking with the driver, officers entered into an impaired investigation and ultimately formed grounds to arrest the driver for impaired by drug. The accused was transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing by a Drug Recognition Expert (DRE). Additionally, it was found that the accused was currently on a Release Order from a different jurisdiction from previous impaired allegations.

As a result of the investigation, Tysen BRANDSMA, 37-year-old from Barrie, has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while Impaired (CC),

·      Failure to Comply with Release Order (CC) x2, and

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (CDSA)

The accused was held for a bail hearing on today’s date. Additionally, their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or

submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Fatal Snowmobile Collision

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are investigating an overnight fatal involving a snowmobile.

On March 7, 2025, just before 11:00 p.m., Orillia OPP, Simcoe County Paramedic Service and Severn Fire, were dispatched to St Amant Rd and Quarry Rd in Severn Township for a report of a crash involving a snowmobile. Upon arrival a 40-year-old male from Durham Region was identified and pronounced deceased at the scene.

The OPP Traffic Incident Management and Enforcement (TIME) Team and The Office of the Chief Coroner for Ontario are assisting with the investigation.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information that may be helpful, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Shelby JOHNSTON Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint on Coldwater Rd and Peter St for a possible impaired driver.

On March 6, 2025, at approximately 10:40 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were alerted by a member of the public of a possible intoxicated person leaving a local restaurant in a motor vehicle. Officers quickly began patrols in the area and located the vehicle shortly after on Highway 12.

As a result, Shelby JOHNSTON; 30-year-old, from Oro-Medonte, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

·      Operation while impaired by alcohol

·      Operation while impaired – 80 plus

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Darnell CHAMBERS-COOPER Was Arrested Again!

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged one individual with multiple weapons charges after an early morning disturbance In the City of Orillia.   

On March 5, 2025, shortly after 12:00 a.m., officers from Orillia OPP were called to an apartment complex in the West Street North area of the City of Orillia for reports of an individual making threats and spitting on people.

Orillia OPP officers arrived and secured the area. Officers observed one individual with a firearm. Officers quickly de-escalated the situation and safely brought the individual into custody.

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:

·        Alprazolam (Xanax)

·        .45 Cal Ammunition

·        GLOCK Handgun

·        $825 Canadian currency

·        Cellular device

 As a result, Darnell CHAMBERS-COOPER, a 24-year-old male, has been charged with the following:

·      Fail to comply with release order (4 counts)

·      Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm

·      Possession of prohibited ammunition (2 counts)

·      Uttering threats – cause death or bodily harm (5 counts)

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of Firearm

·      Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000 CC 354(1)(a)

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

The male has been held in custody.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information that may be helpful, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Violent Assault – Ryan BARTLETT Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged two individuals after an altercation outside a local business in Downtown Orillia.  

On January 25, 2025, shortly before 1:00 a.m., officers from Orillia OPP were on general patrol on Mississaga Street in the City of Orillia. A member of the Orillia OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT) observed an individual suffering from injuries believed to be caused by an edged weapon. One individual was transported to a local area hospital with minor injuries. OPP K9 Unit and Orillia OPP Major Crime Unit assisted with the investigation. Orillia OPP determined that there was no threat to public safety, and it was believed to be an isolated incident.

As a result; Ryan BARTLETT, 23-year-old, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Assault

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges on March 4, 2025.

As well, Tyson ELGIE, 20-year-old, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Assault with a weapon

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia, to answer to the charges on March 18, 2025.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Drug & Weapons Bust – Jonathan St. Louis Arrested

(Orillia, ON) – Officers from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual related to drug trafficking and executed search warrants on his residence and vehicle, seizing firearms, cocaine and cannabis.

In January 2025, members of the Orillia Detachment CSCU commenced an investigation involving an individual trafficking drugs in the County of Simcoe. On February 25, 2025, members of the Orillia and Muskoka Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) arrested one individual in Simcoe County and executed Search Warrants of the individual’s residence and vehicle. 

Police seized the following items:

·        Glock 19 9mm (prohibited magazine with automatic switch)

·        Lorcin .380 caliber (prohibited magazine loaded)

·        9mm ammunition

·        .380 ammunition

·        32 grams – Cocaine and Crack Cocaine

·        255 grams – Cannabis Marihuana

·        $1700 Canadian Currency

As a result of the investigation Jonathan St. Louis (24) of Scarborough has been charged with the following:

·        CC 92(2) (3 counts) – Possession of prohibited device – fully automatic switch and overcapacity magazines

·        CC 92(1) (2 counts) – Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·        CC 91(1) (2 counts) – Unauthorized possession of a prohibited firearm

·        CC 95(1) (2 counts)- Possession of a loaded prohibited firearm

·        CC 86(1) (2 counts) – Careless storage of a prohibited firearm

·        CC 108(1)(a) – Tampering with serial number of a firearm

·        CC 354(1)(a) – Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Oxycodone

·        CA 10(2) – Possession of illicit Cannabis for the purpose of selling

The accused was held pending a bail hearing on February 26, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Snowmobile Collision: 2 Sent To Hospital With Serious Injuries

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police were dispatched to a motor vehicle versus snowmobile collision at the intersection of Highway 12 and Atherley Road in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 12:00 p.m., officers of Orillia OPP, along with Orillia Fire and Simcoe County Paramedics were dispatched to a motor vehicle collision at Hwy 12 & Atherley Rd. Upon arrival, officers observed both a snowmobile and motor vehicle with substantial damage.

As a result of the collision, two injured parties were transported to Orillia Soldier’s Memorial Hospital with serious life altering injuries.

Investigation is ongoing and the Central Region Traffic Incident Management Enforcement unit (TIME) will be assisting. The intersection remains closed currently. We ask anyone with dashcam footage of the collision please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 to assist with the investigation.

Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Clinton Street Trespass: Marcia LASALLE

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), Orillia Detachment are investigating a Trespass at Night occurrence on Clinton Street, in the City of Orillia.

On February 22, 2025, at approximately 1:30 a.m., police received a call of a suspicious person attempting to gain access into a residence through a rear door. Prior to police arrival, the suspect fled on foot and was located shortly after at a local business on Memorial Ave. After further investigation police determined the female suspected was wanted by police on two outstanding warrants for theft related charges.

As a result, Marcia LASALLE, age 44, from Orillia has been charged with:

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Trespass at Night

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking with a future court date.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. 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.

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Repeat Offenders Arrested: KWIATKOWSKI, KWIATKOWSKI & CIWINSKI

(ORILLIA, ON) – On February 19, 2025, at approximately 8:20 p.m., officers of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were called to investigate a theft in progress at a local Orillia business on Monarch Drive. Reports revealed that three suspects were concealing several electronic devices in their possession. These same suspects were observed by staff in the last month taking items from the store.

As Lost Prevention approached the suspects, they entered a Silver Mazda 5 and headed towards Hwy 11. Shortly after Police were able to locate the vehicle on Hwy 11 Southbound  between Line 14 and 13 placing all three suspects under arrest. 

After further investigation police learned that one male party was currently on a release order from Montreal Police and Toronto Police Services for similar offences with conditions.   A second male party was wanted out of Halton Regional for similar charges. A third male party would be identified through fingerprints, resulting in Canada Boarder Services being contacted.

As a result over $32,000 of stolen merchandise was seized and recovered from the vehicle.

Sylwester CIWINSKI of Toronto, has been charged with:

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Failure to comply with release order – other than to attend court

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

Flip KWIATKOWSKI of Brampton, has been charged with:

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Resist Peace Officer

·      Adult Obstruct Peace Officer

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

Roman KWIATKOWSKI of Brampton, has been charged with:

·      Adult Theft Under $5,000 – Shoplifting X 2

·      Adult Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – in Canada

The accused was held in police custody pending a bail hearing.

The Orillia OPP is committed to public safety and crime prevention. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. 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

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2 More Impaired Drivers Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Over the span of six hours, two individuals from Orillia are facing Impaired related charges after traffic stops conducted by members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On February 19, 2025, around 4:30 pm, an officer was conducting proactive patrol around Front Street South in the City of Orillia. At that time, an alert was received by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition system (ALPR), advising the officer of a suspended driver, and a traffic stop was conducted on the vehicle. Speaking with the driver, the officer entered into an impaired operation investigation and issued an Approved Screening Device demand (ASD), to which the driver refused to provide a sample.

As a result of the investigation, Cody MILLS, 34-year-old from Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Failure or refusal to comply with demand (CC),

·      Driving while under suspension (HTA), and

·      Possess more than one licence (HTA).

Later that day, around 9:15 pm, an officer was conducting proactive patrol around Victoria Street and Dunlop Street in the City of Orillia when they observed a vehicle stuck in a snowbank. The officer began speaking with the driver to see if they required assistance and entered into an impaired operation investigation due to the behaviour of the driver. The officer issued an ASD demand, and the driver provided a sample which resulted in a “Fail”. Subsequently, the driver was arrested and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Kelly NEWMAN, 46-year-old from Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Operation while impaired – 80 plus (CC).

Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date.  Their driver’s licences have been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days. 

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00. 

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Heather OSBORNE – Drunk Driving

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting general patrol in the City of Orillia, when a traffic stop was conducted and led to impaired driving related offences.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 8:00 p.m., officers from the Orillia detachment of the OPP were conducting general patrol in the City of Orillia. After conducting a traffic stop police entered into an impaired driving investigation.

Multiple violations were noted and as a result, Heather OSBORNE; 42-year-old, from Barrie, ON. has been subsequently charged with:

  • Operation while impaired by alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – 80 plus
  • Having care or control of vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Fail to surrender insurance card
  • Fail to produce permit
  • Fail to notify change of address

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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4 Arrested In Drug Bust

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachments Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple drug and weapon related charges in an early morning search warrant execution in the City of Orillia.

On February 14, 2025, Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance from the Orillia Community Mobilization Unit (CMU) executed an early morning search warrant at a Fittons Road West address in the City of Orillia. Suspected drugs, cellular devices, and weapons were seized as part of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:

·        5.5 grams Fentanyl

·        8 Hydromorphone pills

·        600 ml Methadone

·        4 LSD Tablets

·        Traces of Crack Cocaine

·        Bear Spray

·        1x .40 Calibre Bullet

·        Drug trafficking related paraphernalia/packaging

·        A cellular device

Susanne BRADY, 56 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

Katie WILLIAMS, 40 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession of Fentanyl

Ivy HENDERSON, 40 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Methadone

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Zachayre LEACH, 36 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Methadone

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Breach of Probation x3

·        Resist Arrest

The first three accused were released and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on a future date. The fourth accused was held for a bail hearing.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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Amber Dawn Johnston Was Arrested Again

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) are currently investigating an arson at a residence on Barrie Rd in the City of Orillia.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 7:00 am the Orillia OPP responded to a call from the Orillia Fire Department (OFD) of a fire at a residence on Barrie Rd.

Once on scene police were advised by OFD that the fire had been started in the hallway outside a door deliberately. Through further investigation, specifically witness statements, police were able to confirm and identify a suspect.

At 1:27 pm, police located and arrested a female at an address on West St. N

Amber Dawn Johnston, age 28, of No fixed address was arrested and charged with:

  • Adult Arson – Disregard for Human Life
  • Adult Fail to Comply with Probation Order

 The accused was held for a bail hearing. No injuries were reported.

The Orillia OPP is committed to public safety and crime prevention. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS). You can submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. 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

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Cohen BROWN Was Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – A traffic complaint by a member of the public has led to an impaired arrest by the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP).

On February 1, 2025, just before 8:30 pm, officers were dispatched to a traffic complaint on Gloucester Road near Vasey Road in Severn Township, for a vehicle was stuck in a snowbank. The witness believed that the driver was showing signs of intoxication. Upon arriving at scene, officers located the driver in the driver’s seat of the vehicle and entered into an impaired operation investigation. The accused was arrested and transported back to the Orillia Detachment for further testing.

As a result of the investigation, Cohen BROWN, 23-year-old from Sudbury, has been charged with the following:

·        Operation while Impaired (CC),

·        Failure or Refusal to Comply with Demand (CC), and

·        Driving Motor Vehicle with Open Container of Liquor (LLCA)

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date. Their driver’s licence has been suspended for 90 days, and vehicle impounded for 7 days.

The OPP remind motorists that no amount of alcohol or drug is acceptable to consume and drive. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Toriq TYME Was Arrested Again

(ORILLIA, ON) – The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) would like to thank two bystanders who assisted an officer with the arrest of a party in the City of Orillia.

On January 30, 2025, just after 11:30 am, officers of the Orillia OPP were dispatched to a Mischief call at a local restaurant. An officer located the suspect walking near Front Street and Queen Street in the City of Orillia. The officer attempted to conduct their investigation and detain the suspect. During this, an altercation occurred, and the suspect began assaulting the officer, including attempting to spit in their face. The officer noted that at this time, two civilians came to their aid, assisting with restraining the party until more officers arrived on scene.

As a result of the investigation, Toriq TYME, 26-year-old of No Fixed Address, was brought back to the Orillia OPP Detachment and the following charges were laid:

·        Causing a Disturbance,

·        Resist Peace Officer,

·        Assault Peace Officer,

·        Mischief x2, and

·        Fail to Comply with Probation Order x6

The accused was held in custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for a bail hearing. The officer reported no injuries as a result of the altercation.