Man carrying syringe-tipped toy bow and arrow arrested for alleged threats at Nanaimo mall
Posted: Mar. 17, 2023 10:58AMPhotos from the arrest show the crudely modified toy, with a needle affixed to the arrow.
A Nanaimo man is facing charges after allegedly threatening people at a local business with a children’s toy bow and arrow that had a syringe attached. Police were called to the parking lot of Port Place Mall just after 7 p.m. Monday to investigate the claim that a man was uttering threats and brandishing a disturbing toy-turned-weapon.
When authorities arrived, they managed to quickly track down the man — only for him to flee, prompting a short foot chase. The man was taken into custody after what Mounties are describing as a short struggle, and then held awaiting a judicial bail hearing.The following day, 32-year-old Adam Cajander was charged. He faces charges including:Uttering Threats andSign up for our newsletter to get breaking news and daily digests sent to your email.He will remain in police custody, awaiting his next court appearance set for later this month on March 28.
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