FIREARM CALL LEADS TO HIGH-RISK ARREST

FILE: 2025-3274

Port Moody Police arrested a group of youths Monday evening at a recreation facility after a report a firearm was brandished.

On July 21, 2025 at 8 p.m., officers were called to the Port Moody Recreation Complex for a report of a group of youths that had allegedly threatened another youth. It was also reported that one suspect had brandished a firearm.

Officers attended the scene and located the suspects exiting the busy facility, where a high-risk arrest was conducted and all four suspects were taken into custody. A search of one youth revealed a replica pistol [see image] along with bear spray. Criminal charges are being recommended.

“These replica firearms present a significant risk to public safety and can elicit a heavy police response,” states Constable Sam Zacharias, adding that “we are once again reminding the public that we treat all firearms as real until determined otherwise.”

Any witnesses who have yet to speak with us are asked to contact the Port Moody Police Department at 604-461-3456.

Constable Sam Zacharias, #122
Media Relations Officer, Port Moody Police Department
(t) 604-461-3456 (f) 604-461-1734
sam.zacharias@portmoodypolice.com