Weapons – Arrest: C24-216588

Released: September 17, 2024 at 10:27 a.m.

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On September 17, 2024, at 12:30 a.m., Central District General Patrol officers observed a 2020 Chevrolet Equinox traveling erratically southbound on Isabel Street. A traffic stop was initiated near Sherbrook Street and Ross Avenue for traffic enforcement and to verify valid license and registration.

It was determined that the male driver did not have a valid license and was subsequently arrested. The accused was searched, and a loaded 9mm handgun was located concealed in his waistband. The search also revealed the accused had approximately 6 grams of cocaine (Estimated Street Value: $600), a quantity of Percocet (Estimated Street Value: $260), and approximately $1,600 in Canadian currency on his person.

A search of the vehicle revealed several hundred rounds of various ammunition as well as a number of edged weapons.

A 21-year-old male from Winnipeg has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon
  • Transport Firearm, Ammunition, Prohibited Weapon or Device in a Careless Manner
  • Possession of a Firearm Knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With
  • Carry Concealed Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000

He was detained in custody.

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