CHATHAM-KENT, ONT. -- A man is accused of brandishing a utility knife in a dispute with his neighbour in Chatham.

Chatham-Kent policer responded to a neighbour dispute on Adelaide Street shortly after 6 p.m. Wednesday night.

Through investigation, police say they learned that during the argument, the man brandished a utility knife in an assaultive manner.

The 25-year-old man was arrested and charged with being in possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and assault with a weapon.

He was released pending a future court date of Feb. 26.