The Saskatoon Police Service Major Crime Section has laid homicide charges in regards to the death of a 25-year-old man in August.

A 20-year-old man is charged with First Degree Murder, Using a Firearm in Commission of Offence, Unauthorized Possession of Firearm and Discharging Firearm - Recklessness. He is expected to appear in Provincial Court tomorrow morning.

On August 18, 2019, Police responded to the 1800 block of 20th Street West for reports of an injured man. Upon arrival they located the victim, identified as 25-year-old Andrew Merasty, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was transported to hospital where he succumbed to his injuries.