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By CKPG Today

Crime

Man arrested after items associated to 3D printed firearm manufacturing seized

Feb 7, 2024 | 2:12 PM

PRINCE GEORGE — One man has been arrested and items associated with a 3D printed firearms operation were seized after officers with the Combined Forces Special Enforcement Unit – British Columbia (CFSEU-BC) Illegal Firearms Enforcement Team (IFET) initiated a firearm trafficking investigation.

Last month, investigators from CFSEU-BC initiated an investigation after receiving information about alleged firearms trafficking. The investigation progressed and on Monday (Feb.5), investigators executed search warrants on a residence in Prince George.

Items seized included:

• one (1) 3D printer

• one (1) loaded and fully assembled 3D printed firearm with an auto sear

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• numerous 3D printed frames, slides and magazines

• one (1) rifle with an obliterated serial number

• prohibited devices such as suppressors and extended magazines

• ammunition

• US currency believed to be counterfeit

A man associated with the residence was arrested and released pending further investigation and potential criminal charges. His name has not been released.

Photo credit: CFSEUBC

“The collaborative work by CFSEU-BC and partner agencies is key when developing strategies to mitigate criminal activity associated with organized crime,” says Sergeant Brenda Winpenny, Media Relations Officer for CFSEU-BC.

“3D printers, when used for a nefarious purpose puts public safety at risk. CFSEU-BC, along with our partners, utilize all enforcement and investigative strategies that speak to the overall effort to ensure public safety.”

Photo credit: CFSEUBC