North Bay Police have charged a city woman after an argument took a violent turn and a person was struck in the head with a hammer yesterday afternoon.

The incident happened on Hutchison Avenue.

A search also resulted in police seizing brass knuckles.

The 22 year old woman is charged with aggravated assault, possession of prohibited weapon and breach.

The victim has been treated and released from medical care.

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