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Dozens of guns, drugs, and stolen property seized in Langley property search

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Langley RCMP have apprehended two suspects and a substantial amount of firearms and drugs after searching a property.

On Aug. 18, RCMP Drug Section, with the assistance of the Lower Mainland Emergency Response Team, the Langley Prolific Offender Suppression Team, the Street Enforcement Unit, and Traffic Unit searched the property at #401 5220 203 St. and discovered 25 firearms, stolen property, and illicit drugs.

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Police seized over two dozen guns, including assault rifles, shot guns, sawed-off shot guns, handguns, and antique firearms, as well as a large amount of ammunition and a silencer. They also obtained stolen property and drugs, including cocaine, methamphetamine, heroin, and marijuana, that they believe are consistent with the purpose of drug trafficking.

Two people were arrested – a 35-year-old male and a 31-year-old female – who previously had outstanding arrest warrants from other firearm-related charges in the province. Police say one male was taken to hospital due to medical issues not related to the investigation.

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Charges have not yet been laid, but Langley RCMP continue their investigation.

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