SASKATOON, Sask. — A man is facing charges after he was found in possession of a firearm on Saturday night.
Shortly before 7:30 p.m., on Oct. 17, police received a report that a man was seen running with a firearm in the area of 18th Street West and Avenue X South. Upon police arrival, patrol officers observed a man matching the suspect description in possession of a firearm.
They were able to take the individual into custody without incident and seized a sawed-off rifle as well as bear spray.
The 31-year-old is charged with careless use of a firearm, pointing a firearm, possession of a dangerous weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, unauthorized possession of a firearm, two counts of possession of a firearm contrary to a court order, and possession of identity documents.
