Arrest made after threatening phone call in Walkerton

(BROCKTON, ON) - Aug. 20, at 1:28 p.m., the South Bruce OPP received the report of a threatening phone call made to a financial institution in Walkerton.

Officers attended the financial institution and confirmed the well-being of employees inside.

Investigation revealed that an individual contacted the location and is alleged to have made threats to harm employees on site.

As a result, a 42-year-old resident of Arran-Elderslie was charged with Uttering threats - cause death or bodily harm, CC 264.1(1)(a).

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.

The South Bruce OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.