An Indo-Canadian man from Surrey has been charged with allegedly assaulting a Delta police officer during arrest. Thirty-two-year-old Sahib Punia has been charged with allegedly assaulting a police officer as a result of an August 22nd, 2024, incident. At approximately 6:30 pm on August 22nd, Delta Police Department (DPD) officers responded to the report of an impaired driver at Hwy 17 and 80th Street. The reported vehicle was located by officers and a traffic stop was attempted. The driver initially failed to stop for the officer. A short distance away, the vehicle stopped, the male driver got out of the car, and charged at the officer. A conducted energy weapon failed to stop the man’s alleged assault. A second officer arrived on scene to assist, and while taking the male into custody, received injuries as a result of punches to his face and throat.
By DESIBUZZCanada Staff
NORTH DELTA – An Indo-Canadian man from Surrey has been charged with allegedly assaulting a Delta police officer during arrest.
Thirty-two-year-old Sahib Punia has been charged with allegedly assaulting a police officer as a result of an August 22nd, 2024, incident.
At approximately 6:30 pm on August 22nd, Delta Police Department (DPD) officers responded to the report of an impaired driver at Hwy 17 and 80th Street. The reported vehicle was located by officers and a traffic stop was attempted. The driver initially failed to stop for the officer. A short distance away, the vehicle stopped, the male driver got out of the car, and charged at the officer. A conducted energy weapon failed to stop the man’s alleged assault. A second officer arrived on scene to assist, and while taking the male into custody, received injuries as a result of punches to his face and throat.
Punia was arrested without further incident and did not receive any injury. The officer received medical care for his injuries.
Punia has been charged with assaulting a police officer, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, flight from police, and continues to be under investigation for impaired driving.
Punia has been released from custody following his court appearance.
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