A 24-year-old London man is facing charges after allegedly threatening someone with a knife in broad daylight near the busy intersection of Commissioners Road East and Wellington Road.

According to the London Police Service, the incident unfolded on Friday, October 24, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m. when a man and woman were in the area and encountered another man known to them.

When the known individual attempted to speak with the pair, the suspect who was with the woman allegedly brandished a knife and pointed it directly at the man before fleeing the scene on foot.

The confrontation didn’t go unnoticed by the public. Several witnesses in the area observed the threatening behaviour and immediately contacted police to report the incident.

Officers responded quickly to the weapons call and were able to locate and arrest the suspect while he was still in the vicinity. During a search of the accused, police discovered a knife in his possession.

Fortunately, no injuries were reported as a result of the altercation, despite the weapon being brandished in what appears to have been a tense confrontation between acquaintances.

Cody Chasson, 24, of London has been charged with one count of assault with a weapon in connection with the incident. The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to make his next court appearance in London on October 28, 2025.

The intersection of Commissioners Road East and Wellington Road is a busy area that sees significant foot and vehicle traffic throughout the day, making the public nature of this incident particularly concerning for local residents and businesses.

Police are continuing their investigation into the matter and are asking anyone with additional information about the incident to come forward. The London Police Service can be reached at (519) 661-5670 for non-emergency matters related to this case.

Those who prefer to remain anonymous can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online through the London Middlesex Crime Stoppers website.

This incident serves as a reminder of the importance of community vigilance, as the quick response from multiple witnesses who called police helped ensure the suspect was apprehended before the situation could escalate further.

The case has been assigned investigation number 25-106095 by the London Police Service as it moves through the court system.