A 33-year-old from Gravenhurst has been charged following an OPP investigation into a theft at a retail store on Muskoka Road South in Gravenhurst.
Bracebridge OPP said on Feb 12. at about 1:30 p.m. officers were dispatched to the scene and spoke with store staff, who stated that a man fled on foot with various items.
According to police, members of the public followed the suspect from a safe distance until officers arrived.
Police said the man then experienced a medical emergency and was taken to hospital while in police custody.
As a result, 33-year-old from Gravenhurst has been charged with theft under $5,000, assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
The accused is slated to appear in court on Feb 17.
