Lewisporte RCMP execute search warrant in Stanhope; firearms seized and man arrested

June 2, 2025 - Lewisporte, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Lewisporte RCMP arrested a 38-year-old man following the search of a home in Stanhope, NL on May 30, 2025. Police seized firearms, prohibited devices and ammunition in the search.

With assistance from the emergency response team and police dog services, Lewisporte RCMP executed a search warrant of a home in Stanhope on Friday. Police seized a number of firearms, including some restricted and prohibited devices.

Later in the evening, a man was taken into custody at a residence in Lewisporte. He will attend court on Tuesday to face 45 charges, including:

• Careless use of a firearm - 27 counts
• Possession at an unauthorized place - 8 counts
• Failure to report destruction of firearm - 4 counts
• Possession of a prohibited device - 3 counts
• Possession of a prohibited device knowing its possession is unauthorized - 3 counts

The investigation continues, with further charges possible.

RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.

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