Fort Smith police are asking the public to be on the lookout for a suspect following an alleged assault over the weekend. According to reports, the suspect may be carrying a gun and is considered “armed and dangerous.” Officials have cautioned the public not to approach him.
Officers said when they arrived on scene at a Fort Smith residence on Sunday, a victim had sustained “serious injuries” following the alleged assault.
“On January 4th at approximately 5:35 p.m. Fort Smith received a report that a person had been assaulted and robbed with a firearm at a residence in the community. The victim received serious injuries and was flown from the community for medical treatment,” said police in an announcement issued today.
Officers have identified a 32- year old suspect, who may be carrying a pistol. Police have issued a warrant for his arrest.
RCMP reported that the suspect is facing the following charges, in relation to the alleged incident on Jan. 4 and “an unrelated” incident on Jan. 3.
-Robbery with a firearm, contrary to section 344(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
-Assault with a weapon, contrary to section 267(a) of the Criminal Code
-Aggravated assault, contrary to section 268 of the Criminal Code
-(2 counts) Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, contrary to section 88(1) of the Criminal Code
-(2 counts) Uttering threats, contrary to section 264.1(1)(a) of the Criminal Code
Assault, contrary to section 266 of the Criminal Code
Officers have advised that the suspect is considered “armed and dangerous” and have cautioned the public not to approach him.
Police ask anyone with information on his whereabouts to contact the Fort Smith RCMP at 867-872-1111 or Crime Stoppers at https://p3tips.com
UPDATE: On Jan. 9 RCMP issued an update that the suspect was located
