Armed 26 year old arrested at a Gatineau elementary school

A Gatineau man was detained outside a grade 4 classroom.  The 26 year old was  found carrying a 22-calibre rifle and a big hunting knife. No shots were fired, and no injuries were reported.

The police were summoned to École primaire St-Laurent after the man was seen in the corridors during supper hour.

The name of the suspect was not disclosed. He is to face charges of possession of an illegal weaon. He is expected to make a court appearance Wednesday.