On Saturday 10 July, 2021 the Halton Regional Police were called by GO Transit Security to attend the Oakville GO Station regarding a male on the train holding a knife. When officers arrived, a short foot chase ensued. The male ran onto a stationary Oakville Transit Bus at the GO Station. The bus was evacuated and officers were able to de-escalate the situation and take the male into custody without injury.
Garrett RIDDELL-WATCHESTON (34yrs) is being charged and held pending a Bail Hearing for the following offences: - Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose - Possession of a Prohibited Weapon - Theft Over $5000 - Obstruction of a Police Officer - Possession of Break & Enter Tools - Possession of Property Obtained By Crime Under $5000 - Possession of a Weapon Contrary to Court Order - Fail to Comply With Probation (2 Counts) - Possession of Fentanyl
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