Thompson RCMP search leads to numerous firearms trafficking charges

April 29, 2022
Thompson, Manitoba

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Seized items

On April 28, 2022, as a result of an ongoing firearms trafficking investigation, Thompson RCMP executed a search warrant at a business located on Hayes Road as well as a residence on Trout Crescent in the City of Thompson.

As a result of these searches, officers seized numerous new and used firearms including handguns, cases of ammunition, other weapons and cash.


75-year-old Peter Zaworonok was arrested on scene and remanded into custody on numerous firearms trafficking & other weapons-related offences. He is scheduled to appear in Thompson Provincial court today.

Thompson RCMP continue to investigate.

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Contact information

Sgt. Paul Manaigre, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497

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File number: 2022-661034

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