Quesnel RCMP seize firearms and drugs in seach warrant

A cache of firearms, including a set of 3D-printed firearms, and drugs were seized by the police in Quesnel, yesterday (Thursday).

Sergeant Clay Kronebusch says the Quesnel Crime Reduction Unit, with the assistance of the North District Emergency Response Team and Cariboo Crime Reduction Unit, conducted a search warrant on a residence in the 100 block of Bouchie Street.

Police found four firearms, as well as two 3D-printed handguns, approximately three ounces of fentanyl, and two ounces of methamphetamine in their search.

“The Quesnel RCMP is dedicated to the safety of the community and continued efforts to remove dangerous guns and drugs from the streets,” says Sgt. Clay Kronebusch.

At the time of writing, there is no news whether the police made an arrest.

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Teryn Midzain
Teryn Midzain
Teryn is a News Reporter based in Quesnel, B.C. He started his career in local journalism for campus and community radio. He spent six months living in London, UK, studying journalism and working in the field before returning to focus on building a long-term career. A passionate sports enthusiast, he moonlights as an amateur race car driver and plays Dungeons & Dragons when he is not on the clock or out in nature.

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