Two police officers, a civilian, and a service dog injured during violent encounter on city’s north side
REGINA – CRIME REPORTS – A 20-year-old man faces multiple charges after a violent confrontation involving bear spray left two police officers, a member of the public, and a Police Service Dog (PSD) injured on Friday, April 25, 2025.
The incident unfolded shortly before 11:00 a.m. when Regina Police Service officers were dispatched to a weapons complaint in the 1200 block of Elphinstone Street.
Public Victim Sprayed, Officers Assaulted During Pursuit
Upon arrival, police located an adult male victim suffering from bear spray exposure. He was treated at the scene and later transported to hospital by EMS for additional care.
Officers soon located a male suspect nearby. However, as police approached, the suspect fled on foot, sparking a short pursuit. During the chase, the suspect sprayed one of the officers with bear spray.
The suspect continued running to a nearby residence on the 1200 block of McTavish Street, where police—including members of the Canine Unit—attempted to arrest him. During the takedown:
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A second officer and a Police Service Dog (PSD) were assaulted with bear spray.
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Despite being sprayed, the PSD successfully apprehended the suspect, biting him during the arrest.
The suspect was later transported to hospital for treatment of injuries related to the PSD apprehension.
Both injured officers and the PSD were treated for bear spray-related injuries.
Charges Laid Against Jayden Sunshine-Wapan
Following the investigation, Jayden SUNSHINE-WAPAN, 20, of Regina, has been charged with:
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Assault with a Weapon [Criminal Code 267(a)]
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Two counts of Assaulting a Peace Officer with a Weapon [CC 270.01(1)(a)]
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Injuring a Law Enforcement Animal [CC 445.01(1)]
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Assault with Intent to Resist Arrest [CC 270(1)(b)]
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Resisting Arrest [CC 129(a)]
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Possession of a Weapon [CC 88]
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Carrying a Concealed Weapon [CC 90]
SUNSHINE-WAPAN is scheduled to make his first appearance on these charges at Regina Provincial Court on April 28 at 9:30 a.m..
Public Reminder
Regina Police remind residents that bear spray, while legally sold as a wildlife deterrent, is classified as a weapon when used against people and can result in serious criminal charges.
