Bite lands 23-year-old tourist in NPD cells until sober
By Nelson Daily Staff
A woman bit off more than she could chew, landing in police cells after a spirited encounter with officers and staff Thursday (August 15) morning at the Hume Hotel Spirit Bar in Nelson.
The call was one of 96 Nelson Police dispatchers received during the past week as the warm weather continues to bring out more than just tourists to the Heritage City.
Thursday’s encounter started at 1:49 a.m. when Spirit Bar staff Spirit Bar called NPD to request assistance with an unruly customer trying to get back into their establishment.
The female was taken into custody after assaulting a Spirit Bar staff member by biting him.
Members and bar staff worked together to safely remove her from the area and then she was transported to NPD cells.
During the arrest several associates of the 23-year-old tourist tried to interfere with the police and staff but were dispersed without further incident.
The woman was held until sober and is schedule to appear in Nelson Court to answer to a charge of assault causing bodily harm and attempting to re-enter a licensed premise once removed.
Police on lookout for jet skier operating vessel in a dangerous manner near Lakeside Park
Police are on the lookout for a jet skier operating a vessel in a dangerous manner near Lakeside Park Saturday (August 17) afternoon.
The operator was reportedly making a very close run and sharp turn near the dock at Lakeside Park, splashing several children during the episode.
People on the dock thought the operator may have been under the influence of alcohol.
The driver then left the area with his female passenger before returning a short time later when he assaulted and threatened a male who confronted him about the incident.
The 25-year-old local male, known to the Nelson Police, left on his jet ski prior to officers arrival.
Warrants will be sought for the arrest of the man for dangerous operation of a vessel, assault and uttering threats.
Man stabs people at Cottonwood Park with tattoo needle
On Wednesday (August 14) at approximately 8 p.m. police received a 9-1-1 call reporting a male stabbing people in Cottonwood Falls Park with a tattoo needle.
The male was reportedly acting in a bizarre manner prior to the assaults and dressed in such a way that he would be easily identified if located.
Unfortunately, no one noted which direction he left the area after reporting the assaults. Several victims were left with spots from the tattoo ink on their arms. All declined immediate medical attention despite being warned about the possibility of diseases being transmitted through the needle.
The Nelson Police are still investigating.
Break-in at local pet store
Sometime overnight between (Tuesday and Wednesday) August 13-14 culprits broke into a local pet store.
Once inside they targeted the cash float and left other items untouched.
The Nelson Police are investigating.
