RCMP have charged two men after they were found in possession of unstamped tobacco and a 3D printed handgun during a traffic stop on May 26, 2023 in the RM of St. Clements.
During the stop officers saw the unstamped tobacco in the vehicle and placed both occupants under arrest. During a further search of the vehicle a 3D printed handgun was located.
Zachary Gladu, 23 and Drayden Prince, 20, both from Winnipeg where charged for their alleged involvement with:
- Possession of a Firearm in a Motor Vehicle
- Possession of a Restricted Firearm/Prohibited Weapon with Ammo without Licence/Registration
- Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm/Prohibited Weapon or Restricted Weapon
- Possession of a Weapon for Dangerous Purpose
Both men face additional provincial charges related to the illegal tobacco
Prince was also charged with Fail to Comply.
Both men were detained in custody.