Fisher Branch RCMP execute search warrant and seize firearms

February 14, 2023
Fisher Branch, Manitoba

News release

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Seized firearms

On February 8, 2023, as part of an ongoing investigation, Fisher Branch RCMP along with assistance from the Emergency Response Team, Police Dog Services and National Weapons Enforcement Support Team, conducted a search warrant at a residence on Peguis First Nation.

Officers seized four firearms, ammunition, and prohibited magazines.

Two adults, a male and female, both aged 27, were arrested at the scene and are facing charges of Unauthorized Possession of a Weapon x4, Careless Storage of a Firearm x3 and Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device.

Fisher Branch RCMP continue to investigate.

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Contact information

Cpl. Julie Courchaine, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497

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File number: 2023-152936

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