Two men charged after Canada Day weapons seizure in Red Deer
RCMP say the seizure stemmed from a late-night stop by the detachment's crime unit on July 1.
Why it matters
The case highlights ongoing RCMP efforts to intercept illegal weapons in the Red Deer area.
Two men face charges following a weapons seizure in Red Deer that took place on Canada Day, RCMP have confirmed.
According to police, the incident occurred around midnight on July 1, when the Red Deer RCMP detachment's crime unit was involved in the operation that led to the seizure.
Further details on the specific charges and the nature of the weapons recovered have not been released.
RCMP have not indicated whether additional charges or arrests are expected as the investigation continues.
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