Suspect arrested after pointing realistic-looking airsoft gun

WINDSOR POLICE NEWS RELEASE
Case #: 24-115906
Suspect arrested after pointing realistic-looking airsoft gun

The Windsor Police Service has arrested a 22-year-old man who pointed a realistic-looking airsoft gun at another person. 

On September 24, 2024, shortly after 11 a.m., officers responded to a report of a person with a gun in the 3200 block of Walker Road. Through investigation, officers learned that the suspect, who was on the porch of a residence, had pulled what appeared to be a firearm from his waistband and pointed it at a person on the street.

Officers quickly established a perimeter around the property and arrested the suspect without incident. Officers recovered the weapon, which turned out to be an airsoft gun.

Prateek Ghai, 22, has been charged with possession of a dangerous weapon.

Anyone with information should call the Major Crimes Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4830. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.