Airdrie RCMP Crime Reduction Unit was on patrol when they recognized a male who had outstanding warrants in a vehicle in the Reunion neighborhood in Airdrie.

The RCMP intercepted the male in a parking lot and he was arrested without incident.  

A search of the vehicle led to officers locating a loaded rifle, along with numerous tools that police believe were intended to be used as break-in instruments.

Jordan Paupst Wall (27) of Red Deer, Alta was charged with 12 offences, some of which include:

·         careless use of a firearm

·         unauthorized possession of a firearm in a motor vehicle

·         possession of break-in instruments

·         several charges related to breaching court orders

After a judicial hearing, Paupst Wall has been remanded into custody and will appear in Airdrie Provincial Court on March 14.