High powered rifles, shotgun seized in police operation in Region Seven

The weapons and ammunition seized (Police photo)
The weapons and ammunition seized (Police photo)

Yesterday, an operation led by an Inspector in Waikarai Backdam, Region #7, resulted in the seizure of multiple firearms and a large quantity of ammunition, a release from the police said.

The operation, conducted between 12:05 pm and 12:45 pm yesterday, involved the search of various locations within a mining camp.

During the operation, the ranks discovered:

– One 12-gauge shotgun

– Two rifles, including an AR-15 and an AM-15

– A total of 399 rounds of ammunition, including:

– 150 rounds of .223 ammunition

– 130 rounds of 9mm ammunition

– 30 rounds of .38 special ammunition

– 69 12-gauge cartridges

Two individuals are currently in custody and are assisting with the ongoing investigation, the release said. The ranks have secured the confiscated firearms and ammunition, and efforts are underway to apprehend other individuals linked to the case.