OPP lay assault, animal cruelty charges and more after domestic incident in Perth

Lanark County OPP have laid multiple charges following an intimate partner violence investigation in Perth.

Police say in a Monday, Jan. 5 media release that officers began investigating an incident just after 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, Jan. 4, 2026. Before officers arrived, the suspect fled the residence on foot.

With assistance from the OPP Canine Unit and Emergency Response Team, officers located and arrested the man a short time later.

As a result of the investigation, a 34-year-old man from Perth has been charged with assault causing bodily harm, two counts of uttering threats, mischief, assault, failing to comply with a probation order, and cruelty to animals.

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth at a later date.

Police are not releasing the name of the accused to protect the identity of the victim.

Police remind the public that support is available for victims of intimate partner violence and sexual assault. Anyone in immediate danger is urged to call 911. Support services include Lanark County Interval House & Community Support at 613-257-5960 or toll-free at 1-800-267-7946, as well as the Assaulted Women’s Help Line at 1-866-863-0511.