OPP want to know how a gun came to be abandoned by Fort Frances High School.

A resident discovered the firearm on McIrvine Road on July 21.

It was later seized by police.

They are now hoping to make contact with the owner.

Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Rainy River District OPP Detachment at 1-807-274-3322.

If you wish to remain anonymous, you can call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).