RCMP seize firearms in warrant

Police seized restricted and non-restricted firearms from a Kelowna residence, with changes under consideration.

Officers from the Kelowna RCMP Special Enforcement Unit, assisted by the RCMP National Weapons Enforcement Support Team, executed a search warrant at a residence on the 400-block of Laurel Road on May 20.

The warrant was related to an active criminal investigation into suspected firearms trafficking.

“During the search, police seized restricted and non-restricted firearms from within the residence,” stated Cpl. Nick Brodeur NCO-in-charge of the Special Enforcement Team.

“The investigation continues, and the matter will be submitted to Public Prosecution Service of Canada for consideration of charges,” said Brodeur.

Anyone with information on this investigation, or any other suspected firearms traffickers, is asked to contact the Kelowna RCMP Special Enforcement Team at 250-762-3300, or remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at www.crimestoppers.net or at 1-800-222-8477.