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Loss prevention officer stabbed while trying to apprehend shoplifting suspect

According to Saskatoon police, officers arrested two women who were shoplifting at a business in the 3000 block of Clarence Avenue South. 

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A loss prevention officer in Saskatoon was stabbed in the arm while trying to apprehend two shoplifting suspects.

According to Saskatoon police in a news release, officers arrested two women who were shoplifting at a business in the 3000 block of Clarence Avenue South. Police said the loss prevention officer initially tried to apprehend the women, when one of the suspects stabbed in him the arm. Police said the officer’s injury was minor.

A 58-year-old woman was charged with robbery with a weapon and two counts of failing to comply with a court order. She also had warrants for her arrest in Regina.

A 52-year-old woman was charged with theft under $5,000.

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Both women were scheduled to appear Monday in Saskatoon provincial court.

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