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Police seize shotgun from man seen walking streets near Campbell River

46-year-old man who was known to police was arrested on scene
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Campbell River RCMP. RCMP photo

Police arrested a man reported to be “packing a case” with what appeared to be a rifle in it on the We Wai Kai First Nations property in Campbell River near the Quinsam Shell on Feb. 12, Campbell River RCMP say.

The man was seen entering a residence nearby in which police caught up with him. At that location they seized a shotgun and ammunition. A 46-year-old man who was known to police was arrested on scene.

The incident remains under investigation by the Campbell River RCMP. Police ask that if you have any information about this or any other criminal activity, contact the Campbell River RCMP at 250-286-6221.