Saskatoon police seize firearms in multiple incidents
Police seized a sawed-off shotgun, two pellet guns, ammunition and cannabis they believe was for sale from a residence on Avenue K South on Thursday night.
Saskatoon police have arrested two men in separate firearms-related incidents over the last few days.
Police arrested a 21-year-old man on Thursday night during a traffic stop in the 100 block of Avenue U South. Officers found bear spray and cannabis in his possession.
They later executed a search warrant for a residence in the 100 block of Avenue K South.
About a dozen people were evacuated from the home and a 42-year-old man was arrested on outstanding warrants.
Police seized a sawed-off shotgun, two pellet guns, ammunition and cannabis they believe was for sale.
The Saskatoon police also arrested a 25-year-old man for firearms offences on Thursday night.
Officers heard reports of gunfire in the 100 block of 33rd Street West and set up a perimeter around a house at about 7 p.m., according to a news release.
They executed a search warrant and found a prohibited firearm and ammunition, the police said.
The 25-year-old man was charged with discharging a firearm with intent and other charges.
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