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Saskatoon police Taser man swinging hammer at officers

Saskatoon police said they had to Taser a man who started to swing a hammer at officers during an uttering threats investigation. Adrian Raaber

Saskatoon police officers said they had to Taser a man late Wednesday evening who was swinging a hammer at them.

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Members of the guns and gangs unit had been called to a home in the 500-block of Whitewood Crescent as part of an uttering threats investigation.

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Officers were cautioned that there might be a gun inside the home.

When they arrived, the man was told he was under arrest. Officers said he then picked up a hammer and began swinging it at them.

A struggle then took place between the man and arresting officers which ended when an officer fired a Taser.

He was taken into custody and checked by paramedics. He did not require further medical treatment.

Two officers received minor injuries.

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Police said a search of the home turned up a hidden shotgun and ammunition.

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A 28-year-old man is facing a number of charges including uttering threats, assault and possession of a dangerous weapon.

The use of the Taser will be reviewed in accordance with Saskatoon Police Service policy.

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