REGINA, Sask. — A 15-year-old boy is recovering in hospital and two other youths were injured after a series of violent assaults in Regina.
At approximately 1 p.m. on Oct. 16, police were called to the area of 4th Avenue and Connaught Street following a report of a weapons offence. Upon arrival, officers located a 15-year-old male who had been assaulted by three males armed with a machete. EMS transported the victim to hospital with, what appeared to be, non-life-threatening injuries.
The investigation determined that following the initial assault, the three suspects continued walking through the area and became involved in a verbal confrontation with two other male youths. During the altercation, both youths were sprayed with bear spray and sustained minor injuries. The suspects then fled the area.
As the investigation progressed, officers attended to the 1300 block of Robinson Street, where three males were located and arrested in connection with the assault. All three were taken into custody without incident.
A 22-year-old man was charged with two counts of aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, and disguise with intent.
A 17-year-old male is charged with two counts of aggravated assault and assault with a weapon.
A 16-year-old male is charged with two counts of aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, and failing to comply with release conditions.
They appeared in Regina court on Oct. 19.
