Wanted Saskatoon man arrested after allegedly pointing firearm at police – Saskatoon

Saskatoon police arrested a needed man on Wednesday who allegedly pointed a firearm at officers earlier within the week.

Police arrested the topic of a needed individual investigation within the 3200 block of thirty third Road. Rolfe Rueben Herman was needed on costs of aggravated assault and forcible confinement following an incident earlier this month.

On March 26, members of the Saskatoon Police Weapons & Gangs unit noticed Herman get right into a cab within the 3200 block of thirty third Road and tried to provoke a site visitors cease.

Police say Herman obtained out of the cab and allegedly pointed a firearm at officers earlier than fleeing the scene, which resulted in an officer discharging their firearm.

Police say on Monday night, they tried to cease a automobile believed to have Herman inside it within the space of eighth Road East and Grosvenor Avenue. The motive force refused to cease, evaded police and collided with a submit. The motive force then fled on foot and was in a position to escape police.

Police say they went to a house within the 3200 block of thirty third Road shortly earlier than 7 p.m. on Wednesday, once they noticed Herman exiting a residence. Police say he tried to flee, however tactical assist and canine officers had been in a position to take him into custody.

In line with police, Herman seemed to be affected by a gunshot wound upon his arrest and was transported to hospital for remedy for the non-life-threatening harm earlier than being launched into police custody.

Saskatoon police requested the provincial authorities appoint an impartial investigator to this incident to make sure transparency.

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