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Dispute leads to multiple firearm charges

The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged one person with multiple firearm charges after responding to a dispute.

On January 22, 2024, shortly after 3:15 p.m., members of the Almaguin Highlands OPP responded to a dispute in the Township of Perry.

As a result of the investigation, a 40-year-old person from Perry Township, was charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm – eight counts
  • Carless storage of a firearm, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
  • Explosives – making or possession for unlawful purpose

The accused is being held pending a bail hearing.

Due to the domestic nature of the incident, the name of the accused will not be released to protect the identity of the victim.

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One Comment

  1. Bill Beatty says:

    Obviously a person who should never be allowed to own firearms.