NEWS RELEASE
NIAGARA REGIONAL POLICE SERVICE
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In August of 2021 uniform members of the Niagara Regional Police Service investigated allegations of two separate assaults, one of which, was against a minor that occurred on Aug. 14, 2021, during a horse protest in the town of Niagara-on-the-Lake.
At approximately 2:45 p.m., an altercation ensued between the 17-year-old female and a 69-year-old female.
A woman then attended the location to confront protesters.
Two parties were subsequently taken into custody, however were released on scene pending further investigation. Subsequently, members of the Niagara Regional Police, 2 District Criminal Investigation Bureau were notified and continued the investigation.
As a result of the investigation, there was no evidence that the 17-year-old victim had been assaulted however, evidence did exist that a 35-year-old female approached a protester and allegedly swatted a cell phone out of her hand.
The victim did not suffer any physical injuries as a result of the incident.
On Saturday, September 4, 2021, Elizabeth Beattie (35 years old) of St. Catharines was arrested and charged with the following offence of:
- Assault
Beattie was released on a Form 10 with a future court date.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Niagara Regional Police Service at 905-688-4111, ext.1002200.
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