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Tense moments for Saskatoon police results in replica handgun seizure

A replica handgun was seized by Saskatoon police after a few tense moments at a home in the Exhibition neighbourhood. File / Global News

Saskatoon police said there were a few “tense moments” overnight at a home in the city’s Exhibition neighbourhood.

At around 10 p.m. CT on Saturday, officers were called to what was initially thought to be a robbery at a residence in the 1900-block of Coy Avenue.

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Police officials said there were indications a firearm was involved in an altercation, and several members of the tactical support unit were brought in to help patrol officers.

The incident was peacefully resolved in the early morning hours of Sunday with two people being taken into custody.

Both the 21-year-old man and 24-year-old woman were released with no charges being laid.

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A replica handgun was seized during a search of the home.

Police are still investigating.

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