Advertisement

2 men arrested following K9 pursuit in St. Catharines

Two men are facing charges after they were apprehended by a K9 unit during a pursuit by police in St. Catharines, Ont. The Canadian Press Images/Francis Vachon/File

Two men are facing charges after a gunshot was allegedly fired during a foot pursuit in St. Catharines, Ont.

Niagara police were called to Church and Niagara streets around 5 p.m Wednesday for reports of two suspicious men in the area.

When officers arrived on the scene, police say the men attempted to run away but a K9 Unit gave chase, and at some point a shot was allegedly fired by one of the suspects.

Breaking news from Canada and around the world sent to your email, as it happens.

Two weapons were recovered, police said.

Story continues below advertisement

Two men, aged 24 and 26, are now facing several charges.

Sponsored content

AdChoices