Search of homes in Brooks leads to seizure of $65k in drugs, 3D-printed handguns

– 762 grams of methamphetamine;

– 742 grams of cocaine;

– 159 grams of crack cocaine;

– illicit prescription pills

– $2,000 cash was also seized.

The 3D printed guns are currently being tested as part of the investigation.

3D firearms known as ghost guns are coveted by organized crime because they can be illegally obtained, do not have serial numbers, and are difficult to trace.

Ryan Thorburn, staff sergeant at the Medicine Hat Police Service oversees the local ALERT team, said the 3D printed guns are an emerging trend.

“Our team has had several cases in relation to 3D printed firearms and we will continue to work with our partner agencies to address these emerging crime trends,” Thorburn said.

“Part of the next steps of our investigation will be to examine these firearms and determine through ballistics testing if they were used in any other criminal shootings,” Thorburn added.

Thorburn said the police are working with the prosecutor to figure out who to charge.

“We are working with crown council to provide necessary reports and disclosure for charge approvals. Several suspects have been identified but no charges have been laid at this time,” Thorburn said.

“This is an ongoing investigation and they do anticipate laying charges in the next couple of months.”

by Jesse Gill

Search of homes in Brooks leads to seizure of $65k in drugs, 3D-printed handguns

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