On April 5, 2025, following information received form the public, stating that multiple firearms were to be found on the property, Fairview RCMP executed a search warrant on a property in Fairview. The search revealed 91 firearms, most with handmade price tags and ready to be resold, as well as a lot of ammunition. While on the property, it was noted that there were a large number of items that may have been stolen goods.
On April 7, 2025, Fairview RCMP returned to the property and executed another warrant for the stolen goods. Resulting from the search, numerous vehicles, trailers, atvs and other items, including generators, a motorcycle and a welding skid, were located and confirmed to be stolen.
The investigation is ongoing and Fairview RCMP, assisted by Peace River RCMP Forensic Identification Section, are currently trying to link the firearms and stolen goods to those who obtained them. Anyone with information regarding this incident is asked to please contact the Fairview RCMP at 780-835-4031, or your local police.