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by pltm
(PLTM) - Another early morning operation by members of the RVIPF Armed Response and the Special Investigation Teams resulted in the seizure of two illegal firearms and the arrest of one man.
According to police, Travis Osbourne, 29, was taken into custody on Thursday June 15, along with a revolver and shotgun found at his residence in Carrot Bay.
He was subsequently charged with two counts of keeping an unlicenced firearm.
Investigations into the matter are ongoing.
The RVIPF is continuing to do its part to reduce the number of illegal firearms on the streets and to capture those in possession of the weapons. The Force is appealing to the public to get involved in saving lives and keeping the community safe by providing information on suspected persons or the locations where these firearms are being hidden or imported.
Persons can confidentially call the Crime Stoppers line 800-8477 (TIPS) or overseas call 1-284-800-8477 with the relevant information or contact the RVIPF Intelligence Unit at 368-9339.
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