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06/18/2026 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 06/18/2026 07:43

Traffic stop leads to firearm seizure. Man and woman arrested: C26-144748

Released: June 18, 2026 at 8:23 a.m.

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On June 17, 2026, just before 1:00 a.m., North District General Patrol officers were engaged in proactive traffic enforcement when they observed a rental 2024 Nissan Kicks travelling northbound on Main Street near Redwood Avenue.

A traffic stop ensued in the 1-99 block of Redwood Avenue to confirm valid driver's license and rental agreement. While engaging with the driver of the vehicle, officers observed a folding knife in plain sight within the vehicle. Both occupants of the vehicle were arrested and taken into custody.

A search of both occupants resulted in officers locating and seizing the following items:

  • Loaded 9mm handgun
  • 1.2 grams of cocaine (Estimated Street Value = $ 100)
  • Approximately $6,000 in Canadian currency

Derek GIESBRECHT, (33), is facing the following charges:

  • Possession of a Firearm Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
  • Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
  • Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon, Firearm Part or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine
  • Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

He was detained in custody.

A 21-year-old woman is facing the following charges:

  • Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm in Motor Vehicle
  • Unauthorized Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

She was released on an Undertaking.

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