At approximately 10:17 am on April 29, Powell River RCMP responded to a report of an assault with a weapon in the Garnet Rock area.
A resident reported that a neighbour had assaulted him with a hedge trimmer, causing cuts to the hand and arm, and then threatened to kill him.
The 64-year-old male suspect was arrested for assault with a weapon and uttering threats, and released to appear in Provincial Court in August.
Anyone with information about the incident above is asked to contact Powell River RCMP at 604.485.6255, or to remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477) or online at bccrimestoppers.com.
