Two men face assault and robbery charges after allegedly knocking a victim down from behind and stealing his money and phone in Parry Sound.

Ontario Provincial Police responded to a robbery that occurred on James Street on March 14, shortly before 11:30 pm.

Police say the suspects were known to the victim and were both arrested a short time later.  

Now, a 38-year-old man from Parry Sound and a 45-year-old man from Wasauksing First Nation face a number of charges in relation to the incident.

The accused were held in custody and are scheduled to appear for a bail hearing Monday, March 18 in Parry Sound.