The Saskatoon Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit has charged two people in connection to a firearms investigation.
On June 28th, 2022, Police began a firearms investigation on a residence in the 100 block of Avenue J South. At around 2:30 p.m., officers observed a 16-year-old male leaving the residence, carrying a bag. The suspect had entered a taxi, but a traffic stop was initiated and he was arrested without further incident. The 16-year-old was found to have a sawed off rifle in the bag, along with ammunition.
Shortly after, a 31-year-old woman was observed leaving the residence and attempted to leave the area in a vehicle. A traffic stop was initiated and she was arrested without further incident. She was found to have ammunition on her person.
A search warrant was then executed on the residence, with assistance from the Tactical Support Unit. More ammunition was located inside the house.
The 16-year-old male is charged with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm, Possession of firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized, Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle, and Breach of Conditions.
The 31-year-old woman is charged with Possession of a Prohibited Firearm, Possession of Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized, and Breach of Conditions.
(Court Information Numbers: 991201024, 991201026)
June 28, 2022 6:46 PM
All traffic restrictions have been lifted on Avenue J South, between 21st Street West and 22nd Street West. The investigation is still ongoing and updates will be provided upon conclusion.
The Saskatoon Police Service would like to thank the public for their cooperation.
June 28, 2022 4:29 PM
There is currently a police presence in the 100 block of Avenue J South
Patrol Officers and the Tactical Support Unit are on scene. Residents and drivers are asked to avoid the area and should expect a police presence and traffic restrictions on Avenue J South, between 21st Street West and 22nd Street West.
Updates will be provided upon conclusion of this investigation.