Man facing multiple charges after evading police Saturday

A 29-year-old man is facing multiple charges following a string of crimes on Saturday.

Saskatoon police came across a stolen vehicle that had been identified to be apart of a hit and run earlier in the day.

Patrolling officers attempted to pull the vehicle over but were unsuccessful. The Air Support Unit followed the vehicle to the 800 block of Avenue O South before the man ditched the stolen ride and fled on foot.

When an officer confronted the suspect in the area, the suspect shone a bright flashlight in the officer’s eyes. The officer attempted to use a taser to bring down the suspect but was unsuccessful.

The suspect continued to run away until officers caught up to him and arrested him.

He’s now facing charges of theft of a motor vehicle, dangerous driving, hit and run, and impaired driving.