The Haliburton Highlands OPP has charged two individuals in relation to an assault and robbery that occurred earlier this month.
On February 9, 2024, shortly after 4:30 a.m., members of the Haliburton Highlands Detachment responded to an assault and robbery with a weapon on Parkside Street in Minden. The victim was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries.
A thorough investigation was conducted by the Haliburton Highlands OPP Crime Unit.
As a result of the investigation, Steven Norman, 44-year-old of Minden Hills, has been charged with:
· Aggravated assault
· Robbery using firearm
· Possession of a weapon
· Possession of a weapon while prohibited
Michael Gunn, 28-year-old of Minden Hills, has been charged with:
· Aggravated assault
· Robbery using firearm
· Possession of a weapon
· Fail to comply release order
· Possession of a firearm while prohibited
Both were held for a bail hearing.
Police say the investigation is ongoing.
Investigators are asking that anyone with any information and have not spoken to police to contact Haliburton Highlands OPP at 705-286-1431 or the OPP Provincial Communications Centre at 1-888-310-1122.
