Flags wave outside the Whitehorse RCMP building. CKRW File Photo.
Whitehorse, YT – Yukon RCMP arrested, 40 year old, Bobby Ward on December 7th for multiple offenses following an alleged assault on a peace officer near Prospector Road.
The arrest took place around 5:25 pm in the Range Road area following reports of an intoxicated individual who had fled into the bush shortly after allegedly assaulting the officer. A coordinated effort involving general duty officers, Yukon RCMP Traffic Services and Police Dog Services led to the arrest of Bobby Ward.
Ward has been previously charged in September for property crimes. He appeared in the Whitehorse Territorial Court on Friday, December 8th, facing charges including assaulting a peace officer, carrying a concealed weapon and obstruction.
The incident resulted in no serious injuries for Ward or the police officer.
Authorities are seeking witnesses to the events on December 7th and want anyone with information to contact the Whitehorse RCMP.
