Meadow Lake Car Chase Erupts In Gun Fire

Friday, September 23, 2005 at 13:33

 

 

RCMP in Meadow Lake continue to investigate a shooting that happened just west of Makwa Lake.

 

On Tuesday evening, shortly before midnight, the occupants of 2 vehicles on Highway 304 became involved in an altercation.

 

A passenger in one of the vehicles approached the other with a firearm, while another vehicle appeared on the scene.

 

A chase ensued with the occupants of one vehicle firing shots at the 2 fleeing vehicles.

 

Corporal Brian Jones says one vehicle was struck but no one was injured.

 

He says 5 men have been taken into custody, and charges are pending. Jones adds a number of aspects related to the case are still under review.