A gun has been seized by police in downtown Barrie.
Police responded to a call about an altercation on Dunlop Street West on Saturday night, which reportedly involved one man who appeared to be carrying a firearm.
Police say they found an 18-year-old man near Mulcaster and Dunlop Streets, carrying a loaded handgun, cash and drugs.
An 18-year-old Pickering male was arrested and is facing multiple weapons and drug-related charges including:
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
- Carrying Concealed Weapon
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm
- Possession of CDSA for Purpose of Trafficking
- The male is being held for a bail hearing.
Police say CCTV cameras located throughout downtown were instrumental in allowing officers who were in the area to quickly locate the suspect after receiving the initial report.
Barrie Police seize firearm overnight in downtown Barrie – https://t.co/pWevK3316c pic.twitter.com/eqUd9kzuyS
— Barrie Police (@BarriePolice) August 28, 2021