RCMP arrest the last suspect in a May armed Fort Smith home invasion. The 25-year-old faces multiple firearm, break-in, and probation-related charges.
Final Arrest in Fort Smith Case
Northwest Territories RCMP confirmed Monday that they have arrested the last suspect wanted in connection with an armed home invasion in Fort Smith earlier this year.
Location and Timing of Arrest
Police said officers took a 25-year-old man into custody at the Super 8 hotel in Yellowknife at around 10:50 a.m. on August 18. This arrest follows earlier apprehensions of two other suspects in May.
Background of the Incident
The case stems from a May 5 incident when three men forced their way into a residence on St. Ann Street in Fort Smith. The occupant reported that one suspect displayed a firearm and threatened to shoot. No one was physically injured.
Previous Arrests Linked to the Case
Investigators said the first suspect was arrested on May 8, while a second individual surrendered voluntarily on May 12. With the latest arrest, all three men sought in the case are now in custody.
Charges Laid Against the Suspect
The 25-year-old faces an extensive list of charges, including:
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Possession of a firearm while knowing possession is unauthorized
- Breach of a weapons prohibition order
- Three counts of failing to comply with a probation order
- Breaking and entering with intent
- Using a firearm in the commission of an offence
- Two counts of uttering threats
- Mischief under $5,000
- Intimidation
- Failure to comply with an undertaking
Next Steps in Court
RCMP confirmed the suspect has been remanded in custody. He is scheduled to appear before a Justice of the Peace, where the charges will be formally addressed.
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