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Police seize loaded rifle after stolen vehicle crashes in Saskatoon

Police seize loaded rifle, arrest one person after a stolen vehicle crashes in Saskatoon Friday morning. File / Global News

SASKATOON – One person is in custody after a stolen vehicle was involved in a crash Friday morning. Saskatoon police officers first spotted the Nissan Rogue around 5:30 a.m. at the intersection of 29th Street and Avenue H North.

The driver refused to stop for police and attempted to evade officers for a short distance.

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Police called off the chase due to safety concerns.

The Rogue was then involved in a crash with another vehicle a short time later in the City Park neighbourhood.

Witnesses told police two people ran from the vehicle.

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One man was arrested by patrol officers and the search continues for the second suspect.

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A search of the vehicle turned up a loaded .22-calibre rifle along with ammunition for another firearm.

Police continue to investigate and are asking anyone with information to contact them at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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