Smiths Falls police say a theft at a local business quickly escalated into violence earlier this month.
On September 2, 2025, officers responded to reports of a theft in progress. Police say during the incident, the suspect bit a security guard while trying to escape.
Responding officers arrived quickly and were able to locate the suspect nearby. The individual was taken into custody without further incident.
Following the investigation, police charged 25-year-old Courtney Lafrance of Smiths Falls with one count of robbery with violence.
Lafrance was held in custody and appeared in bail court following the arrest.
Smiths Falls police are reminding residents that violent acts against security and front-line workers will be taken seriously and investigated to the fullest extent of the law.