Saskatoon Police are investigating after bear spray was discharged on a Saskatoon Transit bus last night.

Shortly before 8:30 p.m., October 25, 2026, patrol officers responded to Vanier Crescent and Diefenbaker Drive after it was reported that bear spray had been discharged on a city bus. Upon arrival, officers learned a female and two males had boarded the bus, and the female attempted to steal a sweater from another passenger before deploying bear spray and fleeing.

The three individuals fled prior to police arrival.

Anyone with information on this incident is asked to contact Saskatoon Police at 306-975-8300.