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Saskatoon stand-off ends peacefully

The Saskatoon police tactical support unit and crisis negotiators were called in because of the possibility of a firearm involved. Phillip Bollman / Global News

A lengthy stand-off in Saskatoon between police and a man believed to be armed with a gun ended peacefully.

Police were called to the 100-block of Bushe Place Sunday afternoon for a report a man had barricaded himself inside a home.

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The tactical support unit and crisis negotiators were called in due to the possibility of a firearm involved.

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The stand-off ended late Sunday evening when the man was taken into custody.

There is no word from police if a weapon was recovered.

No charges have been laid and Saskatoon police continue to investigate.

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