Third Edmonton man arrested in Alberta attempted murder investigation

A third Edmonton man has been arrested in an attempted murder investigation.

Cody Nicholls, 19, was apprehended by Edmonton police on Saturday and was turned over to the RCMP.

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Tofield RCMP said a man suffered a gunshot wound in a rural area near Highway 626 on March 13.

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Police said the man was treated for his injuries.

Tony Marie Boyd-Watt, 20, was charged with a pointing a firearm and property-related offences and was released on conditions.

Rylie David Jason Homeniuk, 21, was charged with attempted murder and firearm-related offences as well as persons and property offences. Homeniuk remains in custody.

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RCMP were searching for Nicholls for attempted murder until his arrest.

Nicholls was scheduled to appear in court Monday morning.