A 39-year-old Richmond Hill man faces multiple charges after a car struck two vehicles during an Iran conflict protest on Sunday in Richmond Hill.
York Regional Police said that around 3:15 p.m., they responded of a dangerous driver in the area of Major Mackenzie Dr. and Yonge St.
Cops said a suspect was dangerously operating a motor vehicle near an ongoing demonstration and struck a food delivery driver who was not involved in the protest and, while fleeing the scene, struck another vehicle.
Authorities alleged that the suspect then stopped his vehicle to yell threats at the demonstrators before being taken into custody.
Police say victim sustained minor injuries and was treated at hospital
The victim was transported to hospital with minor injuries.
Mehran Mohagheghi faces charges of assault with a weapon, dangerous operation, uttering threats and failure to stop after accident.
The investigation is ongoing.
Police seeking video from dashcam, cellphones and home security cameras
Any witnesses who have not yet spoken to investigators are urged to come forward as soon as possible, along with anyone who has video footage, including dashcam, cell phone, or security recordings from the area around the time of the incident.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7241, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS, or 1800222tips.com .
