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CBSA investigation results in the seizure of 22 illegal firearms, 8 suppressors, and illegal drugs in Sooke, B.C.

June 16, 2026 at 11:39 am  Federal, Politics

June 16, 2026                        Sooke, British Columbia                Canada Border Services Agency

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) has led an investigation that resulted in the seizure of 22 illegal firearms, 8 suppressors, and illegal drugs in Sooke, British Columbia. On April 22, the CBSA’s Criminal Investigations Section, with the assistance of the Sooke RCMP Detachment, the Island District Emergency Response Team, and the National Weapons Enforcement Support Team, executed a search warrant at a residence in Sooke. One suspect was arrested during the operation.

The following items were seized during the search:

  • Fifteen long guns;
  • Seven handguns;
  • Eight suppressors in various states of manufacture;
  • Prohibited firearms parts including auto sears, which can be used to convert semi-automatic firearms to fully automatic (multiple rounds can be fired with a single pull of the trigger);
  • Prohibited weapons;
  • A bullet-proof vest;
  • Controlled substances;
  • Digital devices

The individual was interviewed and released pending further investigation. All seized evidence will be reviewed for potential prosecution.

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