Youth arrested in connection to BB gun incident

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 25-21115
Youth arrested in connection to BB gun incident

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 15-year-old male in connection with an incident involving a BB gun.

On March 4, 2025, at approximately 11:30 a.m., officers responded to the 2200 block of Grove Ave. for a report of a person with a firearm. Upon arrival, officers discovered that two groups of youths were involved in a verbal altercation, during which one male allegedly brandished and pointed a firearm at two individuals.

Following the altercation, one group fled the scene, and the weapon was discarded prior to police arrival.

No physical injuries were reported as a result of this incident.

Officers quickly located and arrested the 15-year-old suspect a short distance from the scene. The firearm, determined to be a BB gun closely resembling a handgun, was located and seized.

The 15-year-old male, whose identity cannot be disclosed under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, faces the following charges:

- Pointing a firearm (x 2)

- Assault with a weapon (x 2)

- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

- Failure to comply with a release order

- Breach of a probation order

Anyone with additional information about this incident is urged to contact the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. Alternatively, information can be provided anonymously through Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

For individuals affected by this incident and in need of support, Victim Services Windsor Essex County can be reached at 519-723-2711, or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879.