Man tased after running from cops in River Heights

A 22-year-old man faces several charges in an incident that led to him being tasered by police Thursday evening.

Two officers walking along Spadina Crescent East spotted a suspicious looking man near parked cars, according to a media release.

The man tried to hide from officers but eventually ran, dropping a bag with what’s believed to be stolen items inside.

As officers got closer they said the man turned toward them and started being aggressive.

Believing the man could have a weapon an officer used a taser.

The man was checked out by medical personnel as a precaution.

He is now in custody and faces charges of possession of stolen property, possession of a prohibited weapon and assault.