Man wanted for Attempting to Disarm Police Officer, Brian Christopher Hutchings, 29, Photograph of man released

Toronto Police Service News Release

Monday, April 8, 2013 - 9:52 AM
51 Division:  416-808-5100

The Toronto Police Service is requesting the public's assistance locating a wanted man.

It is alleged that:

- on Sunday, April 7, 2013, police attempted to arrest a man at 375 Bleecker Street
- as the officers approached, the man threw a bicycle at the officers and a violent struggle ensued
- the man attempted to disarm both officers and escaped from the officers

Both officers were injured and required hospital treatment. One officer was released while the second officer has been admitted for observation.

An arrest warrant has been obtained for Brian Christopher Hutchings, 29, of no fixed address.

He is described as white, 5’9”, 180 lbs., with short brown hair and green eyes.

He is wanted for:

Brian Christopher Hutchings,
 29, wanted for attempting
to disarm police officer

1. two counts of Assaulting a Peace Officer

2. two counts of Assault with intent to resist arrest
3. two counts of Disarming a Peace Officer
4. Escape from Lawful Custody
5. Possession of Marijuana (under)

He is considered dangerous. Do not approach.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5100, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477), online at www.222tips.com, text TOR and your message to CRIMES (274637), or Leave A Tip on Facebook. Download the free Crime Stoppers Mobile App on iTunes, Google Play or Blackberry App World.

Constable Wendy Drummond, Corporate Communications, for Detective Sergeant Rudy Pasini, 51 Division

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