An elderly Charing Cross man is facing several charges following an incident in Chatham.
Investigators say the victims who called police claim they heard a commotion in an alleyway off Grand Avenue East around noon on Tuesday. When they saw the accused, the man allegedly pointed a firearm at them and threatened to shoot if they got any closer.
Police found the man holding a firearm. Authorities say the man placed the weapon, identified as a pellet gun, on a chair when directed and was taken into custody without incident.
The 77-year-old is now facing charges of possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, pointing a firearm, and uttering threats.
He was taken to police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.
