85-Year-Old Formally Charged For Alleged Cane Attack

DENVER (CBS4) - Formal charges have been filed against an 85-year-old man accused of attacking a person with his cane.

John Copeland was charged with third-degree assault on an at-risk adult. The 85-year-old is accused of hitting a 66-year-old parking enforcement volunteer while arguing over a handicapped parking permit on Dec 15.

Copeland is out on bond and scheduled to appear in court on Jan 18 to be advised of the charges.