Ontario Provincial Police say a man from Attawapiskat has been charged following an altercation that happened last Friday in the community.
Nishnawbe-Aski Police responded to a call that a man had a gun in a home in Attawapiskat. Eventually, the man was injured by police. He was taken to hospital for treatment.
OPP say the 51-year-old has been charged with pointing a firearm, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, assault with a weapon and breaching a peace bond.
The accused is in custody and will appear in court next month.
The investigation is ongoing.