Woodstock man remains in custody
On Sunday afternoon, April 13, members of the Woodstock Police Force (WPF) responded to a report of a domestic dispute involving a male and female who resided at the same address. During the course of the investigation, officers determined that the male suspect had produced a loaded handgun and pointed it at the female victim during the altercation.
Following this incident, WPF officers obtained and executed a search warrant at the residence, which resulted in the seizure of a large quantity of firearms, including handguns, rifles, and shotguns, as well as more than 1,500 rounds of ammunition.
Police have charged 63-year-old Allan McLaughlin of Woodstock with the following offences:
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
• Pointing a Firearm
• Assault with a Weapon
• Improper Storage of a Firearm
Additional charges are anticipated as the investigation continues.
Mr. McLaughlin has been remanded into custody.
The Woodstock Police Force remains committed to ensuring community safety and responding swiftly to incidents involving firearms and domestic violence.
