Teen faces charges after weekend stand-off
CBC News
Posted: Jul 30, 2012 3:53 PM MT
Last Updated: Jul 30, 2012 3:49 PM MT
A teen has been charged with a number of weapons offences after a five-hour stand-off with police early Sunday morning.
The charges include possession of an offensive weapon dangerous to the public, pointing a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm and possessing a firearm knowing the serial number has been altered, defaced or removed.
The 17-year-old male is also charged with possession of a controlled substance and flight from a peace officer.
Police received a report about a teen pointing a handgun at two people at a house party in Mill Woods around 4:30 a.m. Sunday.
The suspect fled the scene but was located at a home in south Edmonton.
A tactical team was called to the scene. After five hours, the suspect peacefully turned himself in.
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