Port Hope man facing firearm, assault-related charges, more after 911 disturbance call

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By West Northumberland Independent staff

A 42-year-old Port Hope man is facing serious charges after a 911 disturbance call, say police.

According to the Port Hope Police Service, on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026, at about 11:39 p.m., police responded to a 911 call “reporting a disturbance at a residence in Port Hope.”

“The investigation determined that a woman had allegedly been assaulted and property damaged,” reported police, adding that officers located and arrested the accused at the scene.

As a result of the probe, police said a 42-year-old Port Hope man was charged with pointing a firearm, uttering threats to cause death or bodily harm, assault with a weapon, mischief under $5,000, and assault.

None of these charges have been proven in court.