Man arrested with improvised firearm during traffic stop in Winnipeg

Cadets can be seen at the intersection of McGillivary Blvd. and Lindenwood Drive West where traffic lights were not functioning due to a power outage in the area. (Photo Credit: Morgan Modjeski, CityNews)

By Jessica Barile

Posted November 3, 2024 1:41 pm.

Last Updated November 3, 2024 2:37 pm.

A 40-year-old man was arrested on Sunday, after police conducted a traffic stop for operating an electric bicycle on the sidewalk.

The incident occurred around 7:55 p.m. near Salter Street and Selkirk Avenue.

During the stop, officers discovered part of what looked like a firearm partially concealed on the man. Upon further investigation, they seized an improvised firearm loaded with a 12-gauge round of ammunition.

Edwin Wilfred Ducharme now faces several charges, including possession of a weapon, carrying a concealed weapon, prohibited device, or ammunition and possession of a firearm.

Ducharme has been taken into custody as authorities continue their investigation.

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