Courtesy: Nishnawbe Aski Police Service

Two teens are facing charges following a violent incident inside a home in Eabametoong First Nation.

Officers with the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service received a call for assistance on Wednesday, stating there was an assault that had occurred in the community.

An investigation determined that multiple people were in the home when a verbal altercation began between the victim and the two accused.

The altercation became violent, leading to the alleged assault.

Police believe a blunt weapon was used during the altercation.

The victim has been transported to Thunder Bay for further evaluation and treatment.

The extent of the victim’s injuries is unknown, but they are not believed to be life-threatening.

The investigation was able to identify two suspects, and they were located and arrested in the community on Thursday.

As a result, a 16-year-old male has been charged with:

• Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
• Aggravated assault
• Failure to comply with release order (three counts)

A 14-year-old has also been charged with aggravated assault and two counts of failure to comply with a release order.

Both of the accused remain in custody with a future court date.