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Guns and drugs seized in Truganina bust

07/10/2025

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Police charged a Truganina man on Monday 6 October for possessing an illegal shotgun and narcotics after executing a search warrant.

The 45-year-old was charged with possessing a firearm contrary to Firearm Prohibition Order (FPO) and possessing drugs of dependence.

He was remanded overnight to appear at Sunshine Magistrates’ Court on Tuesday 7 October.

A sawn-off 44 Ruger shotgun, an imitation handgun and what police say appeared to be dried cannabis and methylamphetamine were seized from his address.

Anyone with information on illicit firearm activity can contact Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 or www.crimestoppersvic.com.au.

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