Police in Gatineau, Que. say 13-year-old boy facing charges for shooting an air gun at people, vehicles [Video]

Police in Gatineau, Que. say a 13-year-old boy is facing charges after allegedly firing an air gun at vehicles and bystanders in the Aylmer area.

Police say officers responded to a call in the Crescent Drive area shortly before noon Thursday about someone allegedly firing projectiles from a weapon at vehicles and people.

Two people were hit in the head with lead projectiles fired from an air gun, according to police, adding the suspect had run away.

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When police arrived on the scene, they found two people with minor injuries to their faces. Police were able to receive a detailed description of the suspect from witnesses, which allowed them to locate the suspect and seize an air gun not far away from the scene.

Gatineau police would not provide any details on the two victims, …