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Bomb disposal unit called in when Saskatoon police seize pipe bomb

Ballistic soft body armour was also found
sps seize fairmont drive
Cash and weapons were seized by the Saskatoon Police Service Crime Reduction Team.

SASKATOON — The Saskatoon Police Service Crime Reduction Team executed a warrant Wednesday that resulted in the seizure of weapons and ammunition, including a pipe bomb, that has led to the arrest of three people.

On March 16, at approximately 9:15 p.m., the SPS Tactical Support Unit executed a warrant in the 200 block of Fairmont Drive. Officers arrested two men ages 31 and 63, and a 41-year-old woman, without further incident.

Once inside, investigators began a search and located a “pipe bomb” explosive incendiary device. The SPS Explosive Disposal Unit was called in to take control of the device safely.  

As a result of this investigation, CRT investigators seized the following:

  • $160 cash
  • 1 pipe bomb (explosive incendiary device)
  • 1 rifle with ammunition
  • 1 shotgun with ammunition
  • 32 grams powdered cocaine
  • Various other ammunition
  • Ballistic soft body armour

All three individuals are charged with numerous firearms, ammunition, possession of an explosive device and drug related charges.

 

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