SASKATOON — A 37-year-old man is facing charges following a reported assault with an axe on the weekend.
At approximately 6:30 p.m., Oct. 10, police were called to the Riversdale neighbourhood to the area of 20th Street and Avenue H. A witness reported seeing two men on bicycles when one of them struck the other with an axe. Both men fled the scene. Officers were able to locate the male matching the suspect description nearby and brought him into custody after a short pursuit.
The man is now facing charges of possession of a weapon dangerous to the public peace, carrying a concealed weapon, and breach of court conditions.
The victim was not located.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.
