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Wanted man arrested by Battlefords RCMP after man found with gunshot wound

Battleford RCMP have arrested Jonathan Swiftwolfe, 24, who is facing numerous firearm-related charges. Saskatchewan RCMP / Supplied

Battlefords RCMP have arrested Jonathan Swiftwolfe, 24, after another man was found suffering what appeared to be a gunshot wound to his lower leg.

Emergency services were called to a gunshot complaint at a home on Saulteaux First Nation at 11:30 a.m. CT on Sept. 1.

A 24-year-old man was found injured and was taken to Battlefords Union Hospital. He has since been transferred to a Saskatoon hospital where he was last reported in stable condition.

RCMP identified Swiftwolfe as the person who fired the gun. An arrest warrant was issued for the man, who is facing numerous firearm-related charges.

Police announced on Sept. 6 they arrested Swiftwolfe near a home on Mosquito First Nation.

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He will remain in custody until his first North Battleford provincial court appearance on Sept. 7.

Saulteaux First Nation is approximately 45 km north of North Battleford.

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