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Officers Taser sexual assault suspect during chase: Saskatoon police

Saskatoon police said a foot chase ended when a conducted energy weapon was used on Ernest Jimmy. Saskatoon Police Service / Supplied

Saskatoon police said officers had to Taser a man who was wanted in a sexual assault investigation.

Police said Ernest Jimmy, 41, was found at a home in the 400 block of Douglas Crescent on Wednesday morning.

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During the arrest, police said Jimmy took off and led officers on a foot chase.

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Police said it ended when a conducted energy weapon was used on Jimmy.

He was then assessed at the scene by paramedics before being taken to detention, police said.

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Jimmy is facing charges of sexual assault, administering a noxious substance, assault causing bodily harm and forcible confinement with a firearm.

He remains in custody pending his first court appearance.

Saskatoon Police Service said the use of the Taser will be reviewed in accordance with policy.

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