A Saanich landlord who allegedly pulled a shotgun on his tenant was arrested Thursday night in an incident that closed several streets near the 2700-block of Richmond Road while police worked to subdue the man.
Saanich police were called to the area around 6:30 p.m. to respond to an altercation between a landlord and a tenant, said Sgt. Damian Kowalewich.
The Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team, the Saanich Major Crime Unit and a canine team also responded, he said.
The landlord surrendered after about three hours, Kowalewich said.
He faces charges of assault with a weapon and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
The man remains in custody and was expected to appear in provincial court Friday, Kowalewich said.
Roads surrounding the 2700-block of Richmond Road were closed for about three hours during the incident.
Neighbours reported being told to stay in their homes and away from windows Thursday evening.
