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Regina man arrested after more than 40 bikes, firearm located by police

Over 44 bikes were seized from a Regina man Wednesday morning. Provided / RPS

A Regina man is facing several charges after police say 44 bikes, a motorcycle, a replica handgun and a 12-gauge sawed-off shotgun were seized from his possession.

Police said they will try to return the several bikes that were seized back to their rightful owners. provided / RPS

Regina police said over $5,000 of allegedly stolen property was located in the Richardson Crescent area by officers on Wednesday at about 11:30 a.m.

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Darcy D. Budden, 40, is facing six charges, including possession of property over $5,000 and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Regina police said they are attempting to return the bikes to their rightful owners and will contact each owner if it is their property that has been recovered.

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The investigation is ongoing.

Budden will next appear in court on Nov. 28 at 9:30 a.m.

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Regina police are attempting to tackle the bike theft problem in Regina through an online server where people can register their bikes.

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