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.
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.
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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