Timmins_Police_Service_logo_updA Timmins youth is facing charges following reports of several incidents related to bullying at a local school.

Timmins Police patrol officers began investigating the incidents following reports from two victims.

Investigation revealed that the victims had been assaulted by an individual at school, as well as threatened on multiple occasions over the past several years.

The suspect, a 13 year-old Timmins youth, is facing charges of assault with a weapon (x2), assault (x5) and uttering threats (x4). The youth was released on a promise to appear in court.

Pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act, the youth’s name cannot be released.

Timmins Police officers take all incidents of bullying very seriously and investigate all reports of suspected bullying. The Community Services section, as well as TPS School Liaison officers work to ensure that students are able to recognize bullying and understand the potential consequences.

The Timmins Police Service remains committed to ensuring that our local schools remain safe and comfortable places for all students.