An Edmonton man is facing multiple firearm-related charges in connection with an incident Monday afternoon, which left a 41-year-old woman in hospital with a gun-shot wound.
Southeast Division patrol officers responded to a residence near Millbourne Road and 66 Street at approximately 1 p.m., Monday, Jan. 12, 2015. Police received a report from EMS personnel concerning a 41-year-old female who appeared to have sustained a gun-shot wound. Members of the EPS Tactical Section and Canine Unit were also called out to the scene.
Upon arrival, police determined the suspect, who was known to the complainant, had already fled the scene. Police responded to another nearby address, where the 20-year-old male suspect was located and arrested.
Officers subsequently uncovered a handgun at the same address, while executing a search warrant. Investigators have yet to determine whether the handgun was the firearm used in the incident. The complainant has since underwent surgery and remains in serious condition in hospital.
Omar Leon Bernel, 20, is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, use of a firearm while committing an offence, careless use of a firearm, pointing a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm knowing possession is unauthorized (x2) and carrying a concealed weapon.
Upon arrival, police determined the suspect, who was known to the complainant, had already fled the scene. Police responded to another nearby address, where the 20-year-old male suspect was located and arrested.
Officers subsequently uncovered a handgun at the same address, while executing a search warrant. Investigators have yet to determine whether the handgun was the firearm used in the incident. The complainant has since underwent surgery and remains in serious condition in hospital.
Omar Leon Bernel, 20, is charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault, use of a firearm while committing an offence, careless use of a firearm, pointing a firearm, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm knowing possession is unauthorized (x2) and carrying a concealed weapon.