Police in Regina say they have nabbed a 25-year-old man who they believe is responsible for a six-week long mini-crime spree in the city.

The suspect, who was taken into custody following a brief struggle Tuesday, is facing 23 charges relating to break and enter, auto theft and possession of stolen property.

Police added that officers seized four shot guns and one rifle from a stolen vehicle linked to the suspect.

The take-down was tense as police said the suspect was carrying a loaded shot gun when officers went to arrest him.

According to police, over 90 items were found in the truck linked to the suspect. More items, also believed to be stolen, were found following a search of a home on the 1100 block of Blackwood Street in Regina's northwest.

The accused made his first appearance on the charges Thursday morning.

Police added they are checking into a number of unsolved cases of break and enter and more charges are anticipated.