WINDSOR, ONT. A Windsor man and woman in their 20s are facing multiple weapons-related charges after police seized illegal guns, ammunition and a homemade silencer during a search. The Windsor Police Service Drugs and Guns Unit launched an investigation in May to look into the suspected possession of illegal firearms in the city. During the course of the investigation police identified two suspects and an involved residence. Investigators applied for and carried out a search warrant on Wednesday in the 300 block of Pierre Avenue. Members of the Emergency Services Unit executed the warrant around 9:15 p.m. and arrested the two suspects without incident.
WINDSOR, ONT. An investigation by the Windsor Police Service Drugs and Guns (DIGS) Unit has resulted in numerous charges including the seizure of illicit drugs. Officials say in May of 2021, investigators launched an investigation involving the suspected trafficking of illicit drugs in Windsor. A suspected woman and a residence were identified in the operation. A search warrant was issued. On Friday, May 7, 2021, at approximately 4:30 a.m., officers from the DIGS Unit and Emergency Services Unit (ESU) attended the 5000 block of Matchette Road and executed the warrant at the involved residence. Five adults were located inside the residence, including the suspect who was arrested without incident.
An investigation by the Windsor Police Service Drugs and Guns Unit has resulted in numerous charges against a Windsor woman and the seizure of illicit drugs.
Police say that in May of 2021, investigators launched an investigation involving the suspected trafficking of illicit drugs in the City of Windsor.
During the investigation, an adult female suspect and an involved residence were identified.
Judicial authorization to search the involved residence was applied for and granted.
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On Friday, May 7th, 2021, at approximately 4:30am, officers attended the 5000 block of Matchette Road and executed the warrant at the involved residence. Five adults were located inside the residence, including the suspect, who was arrested without incident.
Possess Regulated Firearm with Ammunition Readily Available - two counts Possess Firearm with Defaced Serial Number Unsafe Storage of a Firearm - two counts Possess Prohibited Weapon (spring assisted knife) Fail to Comply with Prohibition Order (firearm) - six counts The female suspect, also 45 from Windsor, has been summoned with a future court date and is facing charges of: Possession of a Prohibited Firearm Without Holding a License - two counts Possess Regulated Firearm with Ammunition Readily Available - two counts Possess Firearm with Defaced Serial Number Unsafe Storage of a Firearm - two counts Possess Prohibited Weapon (spring assisted knife)
WINDSOR, ONT. A Windsor man along with three others from the Greater Toronto Area are facing multiple charges after police seized a firearm and a loaded magazine during a search warrant. The Windsor Police Service Drugs and Guns (DIGS) unit seized the weapons during a search warrant executed Tuesday night after patrol officers responded to a report of two men, one believed to be in possession of a gun, in the 200 block of Wyandotte Street East. Police identified the men who were located and arrested without incident. A residence was also identified as being involved and was held pending a search warrant application.