A Prince Albert man is in custody after stealing a vehicle from the 7-Eleven on Caribou St. W.

At approximately 5:40 yesterday morning, May 30, The Moose Jaw Police Service responded to the call with their investigation leading them to the weigh scales on Highway 2 North.

The suspect had attempted to steal gas from a parked car but was confronted by the owner before producing a weapon and smashing the vehicle's window.

With the help of the K-9 unit, officers were soon able to apprehend Kikayaswew Ballantyne from Prince Albert.

Ballantyne has been charged with theft of a vehicle, robbery while armed with a weapon, and breach of a release order among other offences.

He will appear in court today, May 31.