The Saskatoon Police Service say they arrested and charged a 45-year-old man with assault Saturday night.
Police say the incident took place inside a home in the 400 block of 5th Street East shortly before 11 p.m.
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When officers entered the home the man reportedly advanced towards them swinging a weapon, according to police.
Police say they used a Taser on the man who was then transported to hospital for medical assessment.
The man is also charged with carrying a concealed weapon and failing to comply with a conditional sentence order.
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