The Regina Police Service (RPS) arrested and charged a 22-year-old Regina man following an investigation into a firearm incident on Friday.
Police stated in a release the incident took place at approximately 10:30 a.m. in the 3300 block of 5th Avenue, where police were alerted to the presence of an unknown man who appeared to be carrying a firearm.
“Police responded and safely took the male into custody,” RPS stated. “The firearm appeared to be a home-made device. The suspect is also alleged to have had a machete hidden under a layer of his clothing.”
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The RPS stated it is also alleged the suspect was in possession of a credit card confirmed to belong to another person.
Tyrese Pratt, 22, faces several charges, including carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a firearm and possession of a loaded or restricted firearm.
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Pratt made his first court appearance on these charges in provincial court at 9:30 a.m. on Monday.
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