A TWENTY-year-old man sought help from Queanbeyan police after he was allegedly threatened by two men with a handgun early yesterday (November 27) morning.
The incident took place at about 1.30am on Carinya Street, and following police inquiries, they stopped a vehicle on Cooma Road and arrested two men, aged 35 and 52.
During a search of the vehicle, a replica firearm was located and seized.
Police then searched an address in Boronia Street, where they seized a conducted electrical weapon, gel blaster firearm, BB pistol, replica firearm, numerous knives and machetes, a cannabis plant, property believed to be stolen and a small amount of methamphetamine.
The younger man was charged with common assault, possessing an unauthorised pistol, having custody of an offensive implement in a public place, and possessing or using a prohibited weapon without permit.
The older man was charged with common assault and possession of an unauthorised pistol.
Both men will face the Queanbeyan Local Court.
Anyone with information in relation to this incident is urged to contact Queanbeyan Police Station on 6298 0555 or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333000.
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