Guns, knives and brass knuckles seized from Cambridge home

Real and replica guns seized by police in Cambridge, Ont. (Source: Waterloo Regional Police)

Waterloo Regional Police say two people are facing weapons charges in Cambridge.

The Drugs and Firearms Unit, along with the Emergency Response Team, carried out a search warrant Wednesday at a home near Cooper Street and Queen Street.

Officers found a gun, knives and brass knuckles at the residence, as well as replica firearms.

A 20-year-old man was charged with three counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm and possession of weapons contrary to a prohibition order. Police said he was also wanted on three outstanding warrants, including a local one for failing to appear in court.

A 17-year-old boy from Cambridge was also charged with three counts of failing to comply with a release order, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and three counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm.