Saskatoon exhibit bear spray suspect arrested

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A man has been detained for allegedly using bear spray in a crowd at the Saskatoon Exhibition grandstand.

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Saskatoon Police announced Thursday that they have arrested a 26-year-old Saskatoon suspect in connection with the August 13 incident.

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Police called the grandstand around 9pm and reported finding as many as 50 people affected by the spray.

Police did not identify a suspect. He has been charged with 13 counts of assault with a weapon.

Prairieland Park representatives previously said they were considering metal detectors and other technology after the bear spray incident “overshadowed” the success of the event, which drew a record six days of attendance. was announcing.

Police announced in August, 2022 Ex.