Regina man charged with attempted murder after 'serious assault' in Grenfell, Sask.: RCMP
RCMP say two people have been charged following a “serious assault” in Grenfell, Sask. that left a man with serious injuries.
According to an RCMP news release, a 30-year-old man from Regina has been charged with attempted murder and a 25-year-old woman, also from Regina, was charged with one count each of aggravated assault and uttering threats.
Both of the accused were arrested at a residence on Cowessess First Nation on Nov. 23, RCMP said.
According to police, the assault took place around 10:15 p.m. on Nov. 22.
RCMP said the incident remains under investigation.
Both suspects made their first court appearances on Nov. 24.
Grenfell is located approximately 126 kilometers east of Regina.
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