Hamilton police have confirmed to CHCH News that charges have been laid in connection with an incident involving a flamethrower that happened yesterday.
Emergency crews were dispatched to a home on Magnolia Drive, between the Linc and Mohawk Road West, Thursday morning.
On scene, several police officers were confronted by a woman in distress, who allegedly charged at them with a flamethrower.
Four officers were treated for smoke inhalation following the incident.
This morning, police said charges had been laid against the woman, including arson, assault, and mischief.
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