Yellowknife say they have apprehended an armed suspect from a residence in Ndilo.

On Feb. 19, the police received a report of someone causing a disturbance.

"While police were en route to the residence, information was received indicating that the suspect had armed themselves with a knife and was threatening another occupant. The suspect was also reported to have access to a long gun," a Feb. 20 press release states.

It adds that that the 's Emergency Response Team, Police Dog Services and Critical Incident Commander were all engaged in this arrest.

"After the residence was contained, the suspect emerged and was taken into custody without incident. No injuries were reported. A firearm was recovered from the scene," according to the Mounties.

Brenden Depencier, 27, has been charged with assault with a weapon, uttering threats, unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm for a dangerous purpose, unsafe storage of a firearm, mischief under $5,000 and two counts of failing to comply with court conditions. 

"At the time of his arrest, Depencier was subject to release conditions stemming from robbery charges in Yellowknife and various weapons offences in Ontario," the stated. 

Depencier appeared before a justice of the peace and was remanded into custody. His next court appearance is scheduled for Feb. 21.