Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

On October 20, 2025, at approximately 3:07 a.m., police conducted a traffic stop in the 1600 block of Lorne Avenue.

During the stop, officers located a high-powered rifle positioned between the front seats of the vehicle. The two occupants stated the firearm was for hunting purposes; however, neither individual possessed a valid firearms license. The rifle was seized by police.

Further checks revealed that the driver, a 38-year-old male, was operating the vehicle while his driver’s license was suspended. As a result, the vehicle was seized and impounded.

Both the 38-year-old male and a 60-year-old female passenger were charged with Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm. They were released on Undertakings, with a court date scheduled for January 12, 2026.