Yellowknife used a "extended range impact device" in their arrest of a suspect during a stand-off at Fort Gary apartments on Gitzel Street last week.
NT media relations officer Const. Julie Plourde confirmed a device was used in the July 11 arrest of a suspect.
"To subdue the suspect and resolve this incident, Yellowknife deployed specialized gear appropriately and with consideration for the suspect's well-being and safety," she said. "To be clear, it was not a firearm. It was not a conducted energy weapon SA国际影视传媒� or taser.
"An extended range impact device (ERID) was deployed. The suspect sustained minor injuries following this intervention and was examined by the City of Yellowknife Fire and Ambulance Division. He did not require further medical treatment."
An ERID is a firearm-shaped barrel that launches a silicone-based round. According to the 's website, "Extended range impact weapons allow officers to respond to a subject who may want to harm themselves or others from a greater distance. This increased distance gives officers more time to attempt de-escalation, when possible."
Police were called to action at 1:30 p.m. after a suspect pulled an imitation firearm and pointed it at the day shelter on 49 Street. By the time police arrived with the G Division Police Dog Service, the Emergency Response Team and the Crisis Negotiation Team, the suspect had relocated to Fort Gary Apartments.
Using the ERID, police were able to de-escalate the situation and take a suspect into custody shortly after 5 p.m.
Jordan Peter, 35, has been charged with pointing a firearm, assault with a weapon, resisting and/or obstructing a peace officer, uttering threats against a person and possession of a weapon for dangerous purposes. He remains in custody and will appear in court at a date to be determined.
