Campbell River RCMP respond to a gun call Monday

Campbell River RCMP took two males into custody after they allegedly were brandishing a gun in the 1400-block of Island Highway. The gun was found to be a pellet gun, which police place with a real gun in the picture, asking “would you be able to identify the real gun from the imitation?”

Weapons charges are being recommended after two males provided a scare in Campbell River with a pellet gun.

RCMP say two males were seen brandishing a gun in the 1400-block of Island Highway and then were located inside Walmart.

The pair were identified quickly and taken into custody without incident.

“The weapon seized was later found to be a pellet gun.” Campbell River Cpl. Ron Vlooswyk said.

“At a glance, would you be able to identify the real gun from the imitation?”

The matter is still under investigation.

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