Two people were arrested and face weapons charges after a firearm was discharged Monday evening.

On August 26, 2024 at around 7:20 p.m. police were called to the 100 block of Avenue P North for a weapons complaint. Initial information stated a male and female slashed a tire and when confronted, pulled out and discharged a firearm into the air.

Upon arrival, officers were able to speak with the victims. Shortly after, police located and arrested the suspects without incident a few blocks away.

Upon search of the male suspect, a loaded firearm was recovered, additional ammunition, bear spray, a folding knife, and methamphetamine. The female was also found to be in possession of bear spray, and methamphetamine.

As a result, a 25-year-old man is facing charges relating to discharging a firearm while being reckless as to the life or safety of another person, and several firearms and weapons charges. The 23-year-old woman is facing charges relating to possession of a weapon, concealing a weapon, possession of a controlled substance (methamphetamine), mischief, and failure to comply with court ordered conditions.

(Court Information Number: 991279356, 991279357, 991279359)