Man walking with gun arrested in NW Calgary: police

FILE - The back of a Calgary police vehicle in the city's northwest on Friday, Jan. 9, 2026. (CityNews image)

By CityNews Staff

Posted May 2, 2026 10:05 am.

Last Updated May 2, 2026 10:06 am.

A man reportedly walking around with a firearm in a neighbourhood in Highland Park in the city’s northwest on Friday was arrested, Calgary police said.

Officers were called to the 3600 block of 2 Street NW just after 8 p.m.

The suspect was spotted and taken into custody when cops arrived on scene. Officers say the firearm he was holding was a rifle.

No injuries were reported, nor were shots fired.

An investigation is underway.

Anyone with information about this incident can call Calgary police at 403-266-1234 or leave a tip anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

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