Mississauga – Investigators from Peel Regional Police’s 21 Division are investigating an assault against an elderly male that took place in the early morning hours of July 17th.

 

On Thursday, July 17, 2008, at approximately 12:15 a.m., police responded to a call for service to the Indian Line Campground, located at 7625 Finch Avenue West, City of Mississauga. Upon arrival officers located an elderly male suffering from serious head injuries.

 

The elderly victim was rushed to hospital, where he is currently listed in critical condition.

 

A 22 year old male was arrested by officers shortly after. Jacob Jeffrey, of Mississauga, has been charged with aggravated assault and is scheduled to appear today before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton.

 

Any witnesses to this assault, or anyone with information pertaining to this incident, are asked to contact the 21 Division Criminal Investigation Bureau at 905-453-2121 ext.2133. Information can also be given anonymously by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

 

For further information please contact the on duty Media Relations Officer at 905 453- 2121 ext. 4027.

Released by the Region of Peel Police on July 17, 2008 at 14:43