Man arrested in Marystown for pointing a firearm at two youth

August 1, 2019
Marystown, Newfoundland and Labrador

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Burin Peninsula RCMP seizes a number of firearms following complaint of a man pointing a firearm at youth on July 31, 2019.

On July 31, 2019, at approximately 9:00 p.m., Burin Peninsula RCMP received a report indicating a man, who was driving a vehicle, pointed what was believed to be a handgun at two youth who were riding on their bicycles in the town of Marystown.

The vehicle was described as a Black Ford Ranger truck and police were provided with a licence plate. A 72-year-old from Marystown, was identified and a search warrant was issued for his residence.

Officers attended the residence, executed the search warrant and located a number of unsecured firearms, in addition to two handgun style airsoft pistols. The man was arrested and released on conditions and is set to appear in court on September 18, 2019. He faces charges of pointing a firearm, using an imitation of a firearm in the commission of an offence and unsafe storage of firearms.

The investigation is continuing. If you have any information about this incident, please contact Burin Peninsula RCMP at 709-279-3001. To remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-TIPS (TIPS is 8477), by Secure Web Tips at www.nlcrimestoppers.com, or by downloading our free and secure mobile app. Search your App Store for "P3 Tips". Electronic tips submitted to Crime Stoppers are encrypted, entirely confidential and completely anonymous.

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Contact information

Burin Peninsula RCMP
709-279-3001

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