London police headquarters on Dundas St. file photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn NewsLondon police headquarters on Dundas St. file photo by Miranda Chant, Blackburn News
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Police seize replica guns from man in Old East

London police responding to a complaint about a man with a gun in Old East Village seized two replica firearms Sunday night.

The tip about the armed man on York Street near Adelaide Street came in around 8:40 p.m.

Officers arrested a suspect and two replica firearms were seized, police said.

A 35-year-old London man has been charged with possession of a firearm contrary to prohibition order, carrying a concealed weapon, and possession of a weapon.

He was scheduled to appear in court in relation to the charges on Monday.

Police are asking anyone with information about this incident to call them at 519-661-5670 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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