February 25, 2022 8:45 AM
The 35 year old Saskatoon man injured in a police involved shooting on February 23, 2022, will appear in Saskatoon Provincial Court this morning charged with the following; Possession of a Weapon Dangerous to the Public Peace (x2), Carrying a Concealed Weapon (x2), Pointing a Firearm and Breach of Probation.
Court information #991188836
February 24, 2022 2:30 PM
A statement from Chief Troy Cooper regarding the officer-involved shooting yesterday of a 35 year old man.
Our officers are often called to unpredictable, dynamic situations where they must rely on their extensive training and make split second judgements. It is fortunate that there was no physical injury to our staff members, and that it did not result in more serious injury to the suspect.
The fact that an injury did occur as a result of police action triggers an independent process of investigation and oversight. The Regina Police Service will complete this investigation, and it is well underway.
While I am limited to what I am able to discuss about the incident that occurred yesterday, I can confirm a few details with you as well as provide an update on the status of the suspect in this matter. As you know our officers were dispatched to a report of a man armed with weapons, a handgun and machete specifically. Prior to officers arrival the suspect had left the residence but remained in the area, travelling on foot and in possession of his weapon. At the time our officers located and confronted him, he was still armed with a handgun. During the brief interaction with the suspect one officer discharged his firearm several times, and the suspect received an injury that he was treated at hospital for. He has since been released from the hospital and is in our custody facing charges related to this incident.
Further information will be released by the Regina Police Service when it becomes available.
Members of the Regina Police Service (RPS) will be investigating an SPS officer-involved shooting, which occurred just before noon today at Avenue U South and 22nd Street West.
At approximately 11:35 a.m., February 23, 2022, police received a report of an armed male attending to a residence in the 200 block Avenue L South. The caller reported that a physical altercation took place at the door to the home before the 35-year-old suspect fled on foot armed with a handgun and machete.
Responding officers located the man and a confrontation occurred resulting in police firing several shots. The suspect received a non-life threatening wound and was transported to hospital.
In response to plans by the Saskatchewan Government to ensure greater independence in investigations into police involved incidents, the SPS immediately requested the investigation be led by the RPS. The Province will also be assigning two independent investigative observers, pursuant to the Saskatchewan Police Act, 1990.
Traffic restrictions remain in place in the area of 22nd Street and Avenues U-W
Further information will be released by the Regina Police Service Major Crime Section as it becomes available.
February 23, 2022 12:17 PM
There is currently a police presence in the area of 22nd Street West and Avenue U South.
Saskatoon Police Service officers are on the scene and the public is advised to avoid the area, or follow police direction.
More information will be provided when available.