Sarnia Man Sentenced to 5 Months in Jail
A Sarnia man has been sentenced to 5 months in jail for his role in a lengthy police standoff.
The incident occurred on May 27 on Vidal Street South near Devine Street, where a 51-year-old homeowner, John Hawkins, confronted a man tampering with his ATV.
According to police, Hawkins grabbed a baseball bat for protection and ordered the man to leave, but the man initially ignored him and an argument Ensued.
A second man, John Nahmabin, joined the verbal clash, circling Hawkins, who dropped the bat in an attempt to de-escalate the situation.
Nahmabin was sentenced to 150 days in jail for uttering a death threat during the altercation.
The altercation started shortly before 2 p.m. and lasted for six hours, involving tactical police officers.
Author's summary: Sarnia man jailed for role in police standoff.