Warning issued after firearms stolen from Canberra residence

ACT Policing is seeking information and issuing a public warning after modified firearms were stolen from a northside residence last week.

Last Tuesday (2 September 2025), police were called to the residence after reports that a rifle and two modified handguns had been stolen from the property. A review of CCTV indicated a person attended the residence at approximately 4:30pm on the prior Sunday (31 August 2025).

Following investigations, police identified the offender and arrested a 32-year-old man yesterday (Tuesday, 9 September). However, the stolen firearms remain outstanding.

The stolen handguns are highly customised for competition use. Anyone using these firearms is at risk due to the modifications, with a chance of severe injuries occurring if not used correctly.

The man, who was on bail at the time of the incident, will face the ACT Magistrates Court today charged with burglary, theft, unauthorised possession of firearms, provide false name and two counts of attempt to escape from custody.

Anyone with information about the location of the firearms is urged to contact Crime Stoppers via the Crime Stoppers ACT website or by calling 1800 333 000. Please quote 8150049. Information can be provided anonymously.