A Guelph man is facing a serious attempted murder charge following a violent incident involving his elderly mother, according to local police authorities.
Police Respond to Disturbance Call
The Guelph Police Service responded to a call regarding a disturbance at a residential address on December 29, 2025. Upon arrival, officers discovered a woman with significant injuries. The victim, an elderly woman, was subsequently transported to hospital for treatment of her wounds.
Investigators at the scene identified the alleged assailant as a 57-year-old man, who is the son of the injured woman. Police took the suspect into custody without further incident. He now faces a single charge of attempted murder in connection with the attack.
Charges Laid and Court Proceedings
The accused was held for a bail hearing following his arrest. The details of the court proceedings and any conditions of release were not immediately disclosed by authorities. The Guelph Police Service's major crime unit is leading the ongoing investigation into the circumstances surrounding the violent altercation.
The identity of the victim is being protected under a publication ban, a standard practice in cases of domestic violence. Police have not released information regarding the woman's current medical condition, citing privacy concerns.
Community and Police Response
This incident has sent shockwaves through the Guelph community. Local authorities are reminding residents of the resources available for those experiencing domestic conflict or violence. The police service emphasized that such serious acts of violence within a family unit are treated with the utmost severity.
The investigation remains active as police work to piece together the events that led to the alleged attack. Anyone with information related to this case is urged to contact the Guelph Police Service or Crime Stoppers anonymously.
