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Man arrested for intentionally hitting motorcyclist with car in Wainfleet

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Niagara police say a man is in custody after intentionally hitting a motorcyclist in Wainfleet.

It happened on May 4, at around 1:45 p.m., at the intersection of Regional Road 24 (Victoria Avenue) and Regional Road 27 for reports of a vehicle collision involving a motorcycle.

The 40-year-old motorcyclist was transported to a hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

Police say investigation revealed that the motorcyclist was intentionally struck by the suspect, who was driving a 2017 Toyota Corolla that was affixed with stolen license plates.

Jason Marttila, 48, of Welland was arrested and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing bodily harm, possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000, possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000 and mischief over $5,000.

Police say Marttila has been held in custody pending a bail hearing that is scheduled to take place on May 5.

Anyone with information is asked to contact police.

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