July 26, 2022
Northumberland OPP charged two people and seized a replica firearm as a result of a traffic stop on Highway 401 in Cobourg.
At approximately 7:00 a.m., Northumberland OPP officers conducting speed enforcement on Highway 401 eastbound in the Cobourg area observed a vehicle travelling at a high-rate of speed and initiated a traffic stop.
During the stop, one of the occupants removed a firearm from the glovebox and placed it on the dashboard.
Officers affected an arrest and charged both occupants. Further investigation revealed that the firearm was a replica.
As a result, a 23-year-old of Toronto, has been charged with:
• Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
• Speeding over posted limit
A 19-year-old of Mississauga, has been charged with:
• Possession of imitation weapon for dangerous purpose
Both accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cobourg on a later date.
Anyone with information relating to this investigation is asked to contact the Northumberland OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
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