Halifax Regional Police have laid charges after a firearms investigation in Dartmouth.
Officers executed a search warrant at a Nadia Drive home Thursday morning.
They arrested a 54-year-old man and seized a firearm.
The accused appeared in court Thursday on the following charges:
- Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized
- Use imitation firearm in offence
- Uttering threats
- Possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Possession of a firearm contrary to order
Police say the arrest is not related to recent shootings in Dartmouth or Halifax.
Police encourage anyone with information about illegal firearms to contact police at 902-490-5016. Anonymous tips can be sent to Crime Stoppers by calling toll-free 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at crimestoppers.ns.ca or via the P3 Tips App.
