“As officers arrived at the scene, a firearm was discharged, and two Melville RCMP officers were struck,” the RCMP said. (Image Credit: Saskatchewan RCMP/Submitted)

By CKOM Staff

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Two RCMP officers seriously injured in shooting in Melville, suspect arrested

Jun 22, 2026 | 9:11 AM

Two Saskatchewan RCMP officers were seriously injured in a shooting in Melville on Sunday night.

According to police, the shooting happened while officers were responding to a report of an assault at a home on Eighth Avenue West in the community southwest of Yorkton at around 9:35 p.m.

“As officers arrived at the scene, a firearm was discharged, and two Melville RCMP officers were struck,” the RCMP said in a statement.

“Both officers were transported to hospital by EMS with injuries described as serious in nature.”

After a standoff that lasted until 2 a.m., police said the suspected gunman – an adult male – and another person came out from the home.

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“The suspect was arrested and remains in custody. The other occupant was initially detained but released shortly after. The second occupant has since been cleared of any involvement,” the RCMP said.

“Charges have not been laid. As such, we are unable to provide any additional information about the individuals arrested at this time.”

Despite the fact two police officers had been shot, the RCMP said police assessed the risk to the public and decided against issuing an emergency alert.

“Ultimately, an alert was not issued as the suspect was contained to a residence and officers determined there was no elevated risk to public safety,” the Mounties noted.

“Investigators do not believe there is any further elevated risk to public safety associated with this incident.”

The federal police force is expected to share more details of the shooting at a news conference later on Monday morning.

by CKOM Staff

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