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Winnipeg man arrested with replica gun, police say

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A 27-year-old suspect was arrested Monday morning after Winnipeg police were called about an armed man at a Main Street restaurant.

Police said the man had been loitering in the restaurant and was asked to leave by a staff member, who allegedly noticed a firearm in the man’s jacket.

The suspect was arrested a short distance away, and a search revealed he was carrying an unloaded replica airsoft gun.

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He was released on an appearance notice and is facing a charge of carrying a concealed weapon, prohibited device, or ammunition.

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