CRANE RIVER FIRST NATION – A teenager is facing several firearm-related charges after Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP responded to reports of an armed individual walking through the community with a firearm.
Police say they received a call around midnight about an 18-year-old male who was seen carrying a gun in Ochi Chak Ko Sipi (Crane River First Nation).
Officers later went to the suspect’s home, where they arrested him without incident. A search of the property led to the discovery of a sawed-off shotgun and ammunition inside a bag near the rear of the residence.
Investigators say the teen had also pointed the firearm at several youths in the community before his arrest.
The 18-year-old, from Ochi Chak Ko Sipi, has been charged with possession of a prohibited firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a weapon for dangerous purposes and pointing a gun.
He has been released and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
Ste. Rose du Lac RCMP continue to investigate.
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