Man arrested following shooting incident in Sydney Mines
Cape Breton Regional Police say a person of interest is in custody as part of an ongoing investigation into a shooting in Sydney Mines, N.S., Saturday morning.
Police said Sunday night they arrested a 20-year old North Sydney, N.S., man on other unrelated charges.
Ryan Douglas Reynolds is set to appear in Sydney provincial court Monday.
He is charged with:
- failing to comply with his release order
- possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
- careless use of a firearm
SATURDAY SHOOTING
An emergency alert was issued around 11 a.m. Saturday saying there was an early-morning shooting on Barrington Street in Sydney Mines.
According to police, shots were fired at a residence and no one was injured.
Police were searching for a white Hyundai with suspects inside who were believed to be armed.
Around 5 p.m. Saturday, police said the car had been found, but no one was inside.
Police believe the shooting was an isolated incident and say there is no further risk to public safety.
The investigation into the shooting continues.
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