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RCMP officers seriously injured in Melville, Sask., shooting
The suspect remained inside for hours before police arrested two people and said there is no immediate risk to the community.
- Two Saskatchewan RCMP officers were seriously injured after being shot upon arrival at a home on 8th Avenue W. in Melville, Sask., during an armed standoff Sunday night.
- An allegedly armed man remained inside the home until around 2 a.m. Monday. Eventually, he and another person exited, ending the hours-long standoff.
- The injured officers were transported to a hospital in Regina with serious injuries but are now in stable condition, receiving ongoing medical care.
- Chief Supt. Chamberlin confirmed police arrested both individuals upon exiting the home, though one was released without charges as the investigation continues.
- Residents in the Saskatchewan community should expect a heightened police presence, though officials stated there is no immediate risk to the public following Sunday's events.
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