Weapons – Arrest: C22-190952

Released: September 24, 2022 at 8 a.m.

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In August 2022, the Guns & Gangs Unit began an investigation into a male who was suspected to be in illicit possession of a handgun.

During the evening of August 22, the suspect was taken into custody, and a search warrant was executed at a residence in the 200 block of Centennial Street. A search of the house resulted in the seizure of a number of items, including a loaded Glock handgun and approximately $10,000.

A 25-year-old male of Winnipeg is facing charges of:

- Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order (x2)
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

He was released on an Appearance Notice (as mandated by the Criminal Code).

Detectives continued investigating the matter, including a detailed examination of the firearm, and are now in a position to release his arrest.

Constable Jay Murray, Public Information Officer
Constable Dani McKinnon, Public Information Officer
Constable Claude Chancy, Public Information Officer
Kelly Dehn, Manager of Public Affairs

Office: 204-986-3061
E-mail: WPS-PIO@winnipeg.ca

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