Man arrested after pointing pellet gun at another driver: Winnipeg police
A man has been arrested after allegedly pointing a pellet gun at another driver while following him through traffic, according to Winnipeg police.
The incident happened just after 2 p.m. Saturday in the 1600 block of Pembina Highway. According to police, the victim was driving north when he realized he was being followed by someone he used to know.
The man allegedly pointed a pellet gun at the victim. The victim tried to get away by turning around, but the man continued to follow him before eventually turning onto a side street.
Officers later arrested the man at a home on Briarlynn Road. No injuries were reported.
A 36-year-old man is facing several charges, including assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon. He remains in custody.
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