Weapons – Arrest: C22-41304

Released: February 28, 2022 at 8 a.m.

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On February 27, 2022, at approximately 11:45 a.m., North District Community Support Unit members were in the 500 block of Magnus Avenue when they observed a male known to them as part of a firearms investigation. A traffic stop was conducted, and the male was safely taken into custody.

A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of a loaded .22 calibre revolver.

A 28-year-old male of Winnipeg has been charged with:

- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Possession of a Loaded Prohibited or Restricted Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
- Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order (x3)
- Fail to Comply with Probation Order

The male is not being named at this time for investigative reasons. He was detained in custody.

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