London youth charged with 5 offences after attempted break-in

A London youth is facing five charges after police responded to an attempted break-in at a home in the city’s north end on Nov. 4, 2026. The youth was later arrested with the help of a police service dog, London police said.

Officers from the London Police Service’s Frontline Division and Canine Unit were called to a residence near Highbury Avenue North and Huron Street at approximately 7 p.m. Police said the person had left before officers arrived.

Investigators determined that threats had been made before the attempted break-in, according to police. The youth was later found in the area of Belmont Drive and Wharncliffe Road South.

Police said the youth tried to flee from officers there, but was taken into custody with the assistance of a police service dog. Paramedics took the youth to hospital with minor injuries.

Charges and court appearance

The charges against the 17-year-old include two counts of failing to comply with a release order, as well as one count each of mischief under $5,000, uttering threats and resisting arrest. Police said the youth was also arrested on outstanding warrants.

The accused remained in custody and was scheduled to appear in London court on Nov. 6 in relation to the charges, police said.

Anyone with information about the incident is asked to call London police at (519) 661-5670. The police file number is 26-111388.