Yesterday around 4:45 p.m., Regina Police responded to the 1600 block of Ottawa Street in regards to a weapons offense.
Police were informed that there were two men inside a home and one had a gun.
Officers then surrounded the residence and a short time later a man exited with a sawed off.22 caliber rifle tucked in his waist.
The man was then taken into custody.
A second man was also taken into custody but was later released.
32 year old Travis Piapot is facing multiple charges including careless use of a firearm.
He will appear in court tomorrow morning.