The Saskatoon Police Service responded to numerous weapons related calls over the weekend.

One man is recovering in hospital following a weapons offence on Saturday.

At around 8:30 a.m. on June 15, 2024 police responded to reports of an injured person in the 100 Block of Avenue F South. The call stated a man had accidentally shot himself.

Upon arrival, officers located the victim suffering from injuries consistent with a gunshot wound. A firearm and multiple knives were also located on or around the victim. The victim was transported to hospital with what were believed to be non-life-threatening injuries.

Upon further investigation, officers also found the victim to be in possession of ammunition, methamphetamine, hydromorphone, and fentanyl.

As a result, the 43-year-old man is facing numerous weapons related charges, possession of instruments suitable for breaking and entering, and possession of a controlled substance (x3).

(Occurrence Number: 24-78738)

The Saskatoon Police Service is investigating following a firearm being discharged Saturday evening.

At approximately 6:10 p.m. on June 15, 2024 police responded to a firearms complaint in the 100 Block of Avenue P South.

Upon arrival, officers spoke with the caller who explained she was sitting in her living room when she heard a pop and saw a bullet hole through the window.

Saskatoon Police continues to investigate and asks anyone with information that may assist in this investigation to please contact police at 306-975-8300 or submit a tip anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

(Occurrence Number: 24-78943)

One male has been arrested after a weapons offence Saturday night.

On June 15, 2024 at around 9:10 p.m. police were called to the 200 Block of Avenue V South for reports of a male with a gun knocking on a door.

Upon arrival, the suspect was no longer on scene; however, officers were able to obtain a vehicle description. Shortly after the vehicle was located at a business near 20th Street West and Avenue P South. The suspect was located and arrested and a black air pistol, as well as a hatchet were found inside the vehicle.

As a result, the 17-year-old is facing charges relating to possession of a weapon (x2), as well as failure to comply with court-ordered conditions.

(Occurrence Number: 24-79050)