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By Aaron Schulze

Downtown Arrest

Two men with multiple weapons arrested in downtown Kamloops

Jun 2, 2022 | 7:51 AM

KAMLOOPS — Two men were arrested in downtown Kamloops early Tuesday (May 31) afternoon.

At 12:15 p.m., Kamloops RCMP say they responded to the footbridge near Columbia Street and Battle Street after a man was allegedly seen riding a bike with what looked to be a handgun sticking out of his backpack.

Police say the first man, who is known to the Kamloops detachment, was found possessing a knife, along with breaching his release conditions. RCMP say they seized bear spray, a mask, knives, and suspected illegal drugs from the second man.

Police say two backpacks were also located nearby, one of which contained a realistic looking pellet pistol and other weapons.

“Based on the descriptions provided, police located the bike and two people nearby, and conducted a high-risk takedown due to the possible presence of a firearm,” Cst. Crystal Evelyn says.

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Both men were released once they were sober, awaiting the investigation’s conclusion and any charge recommendations.