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Regina police have charged a second teen in connection to an alleged attempted robbery where a woman was shot in the face with a pellet gun.
The incident happened on April 25 when police were called to the 2200 block of Broad Street for a report of a robbery involving a firearm around 8:45 p.m.
According to police, a 25-year-old woman said she was approached by two young men who appeared to have firearms and demanded her belongings.
When the woman hesitated, she was shot in the face with a pellet gun. The suspects fled the area and the victim called police.
The woman was assessed by EMS for non-life-threatening injuries. She was taken to hospital and later released.
On Oct. 5, police charged a 15-year-old boy with armed robbery for his alleged involvement.
On Thursday, a second boy, also 15, was arrested in connection to the incident.
He’s charged with armed robbery using a restricted firearm or prohibited weapon, and for discharging an air gun or pistol with intent.
The teens cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act.