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Construction worker arrested for throwing nails at bus in Trois-Rivières

A construction worker in Trois-Rivières was arrested for throwing nails at a bus and charged with armed assault and criminal damage. The incident occurred when the bus driver asked the worker to move his truck, which was blocking the road. Despite being asked to wait until the unloading was completed, the worker allegedly resorted to violence and damaged the bus.

Employee's connection to the company and contradictory reports

The arrested worker is apparently an employee of Toiture Neuve and the brother of co-owner Jean-François Mathon. While Mathon condemned his brother's actions, there are conflicting reports about the manner in which the nails were thrown. The construction worker claims to have thrown them by hand, while a union representative believes, based on the damage to the windshield, that a nail gun was used.

Union response and solution to traffic disruptions

The union federation said it is not unusual for construction or moving trucks to obstruct traffic, but problems are usually solved through cooperation. The union president confirmed that the worker did not throw the nails with his hand, which contradicts his statement. The incident highlights the importance of resolving disputes peacefully to prevent damage to vehicles and people on the road.