Winnipeg Police say that a 3D-printed handgun was seized by Loss Prevention Officers (LPOs) while they were arresting two male suspects for allegedly stealing merchandise from a McPhillips Street business.
According to police, the LPOs watched as a male attempted to leave a business with items he made no attempt to pay for. He was detained by security and placed in a secure holding room while the LPOs dealt with a second suspect. The second suspect became aggressive and a physical struggle ensued while the officers were placing the suspect in handcuffs. The suspect threatened the officers and indicated he had a gun. LPOs found a loaded 3D-printed 9mm handgun on his person.
When police arrived, the two suspects and a 3D-printed gun were handed over. One of the suspects gave a false name in an attempt to hide his identity.
Gordon William Kovich, 32, was charged for his alleged involvement with:
- Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
- Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
- Possession of a Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order x 3
- Carry Concealed Weapon Prohibited Device or Ammunition x 3
- Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
- Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Oxycodone
- Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl and/or Heroin
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
- Fail to comply with Probation Order
- Fail to Comply with Condition of Release Order x 4
- Utter Threats – Cauuse Death or Bodily
- Theft Under $5000
Kovich was detained in custody
A 30-year-old man was charged for his alleged involvement with:
- Identity Fraud – Intent to avoid Arrest, Prosecution or Obstruct Justice
- Warrant (Fail to Attend Court – Release Order)
- Theft Under $5000
He was released on an undertaking as mandated by the Criminal Code
