Bear spray used at least 3 times at Saskatoon Ex

The Saskatoon Ex is supposed to be a fun time, but for some people this year's visit was a painful experience.

Officers are investigating at least three incidents where people used bear spray in and around theSaskatoon Ex, accordingto police.

The six-day event takes placeat Prairielandin the Exhibition neighbourhood of the city.

The most recent bear spray incident happened on Saturday at around 9:00 p.m. CST in a crowded space during a concert, police says.

The Canadian rock band Trooper was performing at that time on the grandstand stage.

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Saskatoon Ex-goers receive care after being bear sprayed

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A number of people suffered minor injuries and had to be treated at the scene by paramedics following bear spray incidents at the Saskatoon Ex, according to police.

Saskatoon police officers already on-duty at the Saskatoon Ex responded to the incident.

Numerous people suffered minor bear sprayinjuries and had to be treated at the scene by paramedics, according to police.

Anyone with information is asked to call Saskatoon Police Service at 306-975-8300 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

The Saskatoon Ex was running from Tuesday until Sunday.