REGINA, Sask. — A 28-year-old man is facing multiple weapons-related charges after an assault in downtown Regina on Saturday.
Regina police say they responded to a report of a weapons offence in the area of 11th Avenue and Hamilton Street on Oct. 24 at approximately 3:30 p.m.
When officers arrived, they located a victim who had reportedly been struck in the back of the head with a weapon. The victim sustained injuries but declined medical attention.
A short time later, police located and arrested a male suspect in the area of 11th Avenue and Rose Street. During a search following the arrest, officers located an airsoft gun and a machete in the suspect’s waistband, as well as a baton in his pocket.
A 28-year-old man has been charged with assault with a weapon, two counts of carrying a concealed weapon, and breach of conditions.
He appeared in court on Oct. 26.
