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1 arrested in explosives and firearms investigation: Quinte West OPP

Northumberland OPP say a teenager fled from police in a stolen vehicle along Hwy. 401 on July 26, 2022. Don Mitchell/Global News

Quinte West OPP have arrested one man in connection with an explosives and firearms investigation.

On Oct. 28, police went into a home on Montrose Road in Trenton after a report of a potential homemade explosive being located.

Police say the device was not a risk to public safety and was removed from the residence.

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On Nov. 2, police returned to the residence after it was reported that more suspected explosive devices were found.

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The devices were analyzed and removed, and a sawed-off shotgun was also located.

On Nov. 4, the suspect turned himself in to the Quinte West OPP detachment.

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Adam Horn, 33, of Quinte West is facing multiple charges, including:

  • Making or possessing explosives for an unlawful purpose – three counts
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose – three counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of a firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts

Horn was held for bail and will appear in a Belleville court on Friday.

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