Hatchet-wielding suspect in the Sault charged with robbery, other offences

A 33-year-old man has been charged after someone broke into a residence in Sault Ste. Marie around 12:30 a.m. Thursday and began doing damage.

Police received a 911 and responded to the call on Beverley Street.

“An investigation revealed the accused entered the victim’s residence while holding a hatchet, damaged property and stole several items,” police said in a news release Friday.

“The victim and the accused are known to one another. No physical injuries were reported. A warrant was obtained for the accused’s arrest.”

The man was arrested later the same day and charged with robbery, unlawfully being in a dwelling house and mischief under $5,000.

The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.