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Maskwacis RCMP seizes firearm after alleged serious assault

29-year-old facing numerous charges
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Maskwacis RCMP seized this shotgun following the arrest of a 29-year man. (Contributed photo)

Maskwacis RCMP says a 29-year-old man has been arrested following a "serious assault" at a residence in Ermineskin Cree Nation.

Police responded to the 911 call on May 1. As officers arrived at the property, the alleged attacker fled in an SUV. A pursuit continuted into Samson Cree Nation, where police deployed a tire deflation device and eventually immobilized the SUV.

The driver, who was already wanted by police in relation to other incidents, was arrested and found to be in possession of a shotgun and a significant quantity of ammunition, according to RCMP.



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