Deep River Police have arrested five individuals following an investigation into multiple assaults that took place over a three-day period at a home in Deep River. The arrests were made on March 3, at around 3:00 p.m. after police executed a search warrant at the residence.
During the search, officers seized several weapons, including a gun, a crossbow, a machete, knives, and multiple swords.
The Deep River Police worked with the Upper Ottawa Valley OPP and the Provincial R.O.P.E. Squad to make the arrests. The five suspects, identified as Dustan Marsh (36) of Ottawa, Jackie McCarthy (29) of Deep River, Melinda Millar (35) of Ottawa, Kerry-Lynn Bilodeau (42) of Pembroke, and Shawn Bolger (37) of Pembroke, are now in custody and facing a total of 74 charges.
The charges include:
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Using a firearm while committing an offense
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Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
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Assault causing bodily harm
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Forcible confinement
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Assault
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Theft under $5000
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Assault with a weapon
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Uttering threats to cause death
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Sexual assault
The suspects are currently awaiting bail hearings, charges have not been proven in court. The Deep River Police have not released further details but assure the public that they are committed to keeping the community safe.
Authorities encourage anyone with additional information about the case to contact the Deep River Police Service.
(Written by: Emma Butler)