To be attributed to Superintendent Lane Todd, Canterbury Metro Area Commander:
Two males have been charged after Christchurch Police located a 3D-printed firearm in a car yesterday.
At 7.50pm on 21 November, officers observed a stolen car at a fast food restaurant in Ferry Road.
A 3D-printed firearm was located during a subsequent search of the car and has been seized.
A 20-year-old gang member and a 17-year-old gang associate have each been charged with two counts of unlawful possession of a firearm/restricted weapon, and one of unlawful possession of ammunition.
The 20-year-old is scheduled to appear in Christchurch District Court today.
The 17-year-old will appear in Christchurch Youth Court on 22 November.
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