Saskatoon libraries changing hours after 2 teens assaulted an employee, security guard [Video]

Some libraries in Saskatoon will be closing earlier after an employee and security guard were allegedly assaulted at the Carlyle King Library Monday night.

Carlyle King Library was then closed Tuesday following the incident before re-opening on Wednesday, an employee told CTV News. 

In an emailed statement on Friday, the Saskatoon Public Library (SPL) said an employee was struck and a security guard was physically assaulted.

“While these types of incidents are rare, the library takes each one very seriously and we’re committed to providing a welcoming, safe, and harassment-free environment for library patrons, employees, and contractors,” SPL senior marketing and communications specialist Kirk Sibbald said.

Police responded to an assault in progress at the library in the 3000 block of Laurier Drive at around 8:37 p.m. on April 15.

“Upon arrival, officers noted the two suspects had fled the scene. Shortly after, officers located and arrested the suspects at …