The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has led an investigation that resulted in the seizure of firearms, suppressors, and drugs in Sooke, British Columbia. On April 22, the CBSA’s Criminal Investigations Section, with the assistance of others, executed a search warrant at a residence in Sooke. One suspect was arrested during the operation.
The following items were seized during the search:
- Fifteen long guns;
- Seven handguns;
- Eight suppressors in various states of manufacture;
- Prohibited firearms parts including auto sears, which can be used to convert semi-automatic firearms to fully automatic (multiple rounds can be fired with a single pull of the trigger);
- Prohibited weapons;
- A bullet-proof vest;
- Controlled substances;
- Digital devices
The individual was interviewed and released pending further investigation. All seized evidence will be reviewed for potential prosecution.
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