Attawapiskat man charged following police shooting

Ontario Provincial Police say a man from Attawapiskat has been charged following an altercation that happened last Friday in the community.
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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.