An investigation by multiple law enforcement agencies has led to the arrest of two men for possession of firearms and large quantities of explosive substances, police announced Friday.
The investigation by the Winnipeg Police Service organized crime unit, RCMP, Canada Border Service Agency and the National Weapons Enforcement Support Team, led officers to two locations in west Winnipeg and Headingley.
After learning about an explosion in Headingley, investigators determined the individuals who were involved were possibly conspiring to detonate another.
Police announced Friday afternoon that two men had been arrested after officers seized firearms, ammunition and a large amount of explosive substances.
Evan Luke Reimer, 24, has been charged with possession of firearms, unlawful possession of explosives and theft under $5,000. An unnamed 23-year-old man faces firearm-related offences and was released on an undertaking.
Anyone with information is asked to call the Winnipeg Police Service at (204) 986-6222 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 204-786-TIPS or winnipegcrimestoppers.org.
