A teen is facing a number of charges after being reported with a gun.

At approximately 7:40 p.m., September 24, 2023, Patrol officers responded to the area of 31st Street West and Avenue C North for reports of a teen carrying a gun. Upon arrival, the suspect fled from Police, leading members of the Patrol and Canine Units on a foot pursuit. The suspect began complying with officer commands in the 800 block Idylwyld Drive North where he was taken into custody without further incident. During the pursuit, the suspect was believed to have discarded a rifle in a garbage can in a back yard. The sawed-off rifle was located and recovered.

The 15-year-old is facing four firearms-related offences.

(Court Info Number: 991244934)