Two people are facing charges following an alleged incident involving a handgun, a fake pistol and bear spray in the city of Yellowknife.
RCMP officials state, officers reported that the alleged incident is likely connected to the illegal drug trade.
According to the report, police arrived on scene on Feb. 12 at an apartment building in the city after being notified of one suspect who was allegedly “carrying a pistol and bear spray” outside an apartment building.
RCMP reported the initial investigation involved three suspects, each at different apartment complexes in the city.
Two of the people identified as suspects were later determined “not to be involved,” officials said. They added that “an imitation pistol” was also found at one location.
A 39-year-old suspect from Yellowknife, who had been prohibited from possessing firearms, is now facing a number of charges including possession of a weapon contrary to a court order, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and carrying a concealed weapon.
Officers reported he was held for a bail hearing and was later remanded into custody.
Police also reported that a 40-year-old man from Yellowknife is also facing charges and was released to appear in court in April. The suspect was not identified in the announcement, as the charges have yet to be formally sworn in court.
The 40-year-old suspect is reportedly facing charges including possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon and resisting arrest
The third suspect was released without charges.
