Port Moody Police are puzzling over a disturbing find at the Ioco townsite on Sunday: an AK-47 assault rifle.
Const. Luke van Winkel said two women who were walking in the area discovered the gun near some bushes and immediately called police. Officers seized the firearm and searched the area for any other weapons but found none.
The rifle, which has been sent away for analysis, was rusty and appeared to have been exposed to the elements for some time.
"The investigation into the matter is ongoing and we should have more details once the lab analysis is complete," van Winkel said. "While it is uncommon to come across firearms, the PMPD would like to remind residents to always call the police if they come across suspicious or potentially dangerous items."
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