Wilmot search: Man charged after carbine, magazines seized
Police seized a carbine, two high-capacity magazines and ammunition at a Wilmot home. A 31-year-old Berwick man faces firearms charges.
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Police have charged a Berwick man with firearms offences after a search at a home on Station Road in Wilmot on October 16. Officers seized a carbine, two high-capacity magazines and ammunition, according to the RCMP.
The Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit went to the home to arrest a man wanted on an outstanding warrant, police said. The Annapolis District RCMP assisted the unit. After the arrest, officers executed a search warrant at the residence.
Charges and court appearance
The RCMP identified the man charged as Andrew James Tooker, 31, of Berwick. Police said he faces three charges:
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- Unauthorized possession of a firearm;
- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon;
- Unsafe storage of a firearm.
Police said Tooker was released on conditions. He is scheduled to appear in Annapolis Royal Provincial Court on November 30.
The investigation remains ongoing, with support from the RCMP’s National Weapons Enforcement Support Team, according to police.
Information sought
Police are asking anyone with information about criminal activity in their community to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police. People who wish to remain anonymous can contact Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).
The RCMP file number is 2026-1517060.
About these reports
This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Official source: RCMP
