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Cops seize weapons

Kelowna RCMP are looking for a lone man after weapons and other items were located in a vehicle he was allegedly driving.

Events began to unfold late Tuesday night when police attempted to stop a vehicle on Highway 33, going more than twice the posted limit.

Police did not give chase.

A short time later, RCMP were notified of a vehicle speeding into a cul-de-sac in the Black Mountain area.

The man was seen running from the vehicle, through a yard and down Lynrick Road.

Police secured the area, but were unable to locate the man.

Inside the abandoned vehicle, police found a .22 calibre handgun, ammunition, brass knuckles, an extendable baton, several cellphones and drug paraphernalia.

The suspect is described as:

  • Caucasian
  • 6-feet (183 cm)
  • Wearing jeans, pink hoodie and carrying a man bag.

If you witnessed this incident and have not yet spoken to police you are asked to contact Const. Paetz 250-980-5353.

Or remain anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, leaving a tip online at www.crimestoppers.net or by texting your tip to CRIMES (274637) ktown.



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