Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation

Fort McMurray man charged after early morning altercation

FORT MCMURRAY, AB. — A 49-year-old man is facing multiple charges following an early morning altercation at a home in the Timberlea neighbourhood of Fort McMurray.

Wood Buffalo RCMP say officers responded to a 9-1-1 call on Paris Bay around 1 a.m. Wednesday. Several individuals were detained outside the residence for safety. Police say an argument between residents escalated into a physical fight, leaving two adults with minor injuries.

Kevin Douglas of Fort McMurray was arrested without incident and charged with assault, assault with a weapon, and uttering threats. He has been released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in the Alberta Court of Justice on July 23.

RCMP say the investigation is ongoing and are reminding the public to respect privacy when sharing videos of police activity online.