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Stolen Goods, Drugs & Weapon Found in Ho

Stolen Goods, Drugs & Weapon Found in House

Mar 14, 2019 | 5:09 PM

A number of suspected stolen items were recovered by Vernon police after an eviction notice was served on property renters in the Mission Hill area.

A search warrant was used on the residence in the 1700 block of 33rd Street and suspected stolen tools, new small appliances, drugs and a prohibited weapon were seized.

“The property and persons located in the home at the time are known to police, therefore precautions were taken during the eviction to ensure the safety of those involved,” says Cst. Kelly Brett. “Once it was clear officers were dealing with appeared to be property obtained by crime, the home was secured and a search warrant was obtained.”

Police say they will be trying to reunite the stolen goods with the rightful owners, and add the occupants of the home could face charges.

“The investigation into this incident is on-going and the work done by the front line officers to ensure drugs and weapons were taken off the street and stolen property returned to the rightful owners, is paramount to the commitment the Vernon North Okanagan RCMP has in keeping our community safe,” adds Brett.