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Penticton
2025-01-17 09:31 PST
File # 2025-659
On January 14, 2025, officers with the Penticton RCMP Crime Reduction Unit located and arrested 33-year-old Seamus Kirby, who was wanted on outstanding warrants. During the arrest, officers discovered a suspected 3D printed firearm in his possession.
Kirby has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences: Possession of a firearm, contrary to section 95(1), possession of a firearm contrary to order, contrary to section 117.01(1).
Photograph: Suspected 3D printed firearm seized by police in Penticton, BC.
Kirby remains in custody pending a court appearance.
The seizure of this type of weapon is deeply concerning, says Cpl. Chad Parsons, Penticton’s RCMP Crime Reduction Unit. We remain committed to actively pursuing individuals who pose a risk to our community.
The seizure of this type of weapon is deeply concerning,
We remain committed to actively pursuing individuals who pose a risk to our community.
Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Penticton RCMP at (250) 492-4300.
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Email: jason.bayda@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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