A loaded handgun found in a stolen car in Langley. (Image Credit: Abbotsford Police Department)
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Suspects arrested after stolen car tracked to Langley property Friday evening: AbbyPD

Apr 26, 2026 | 1:31 PM

ABBOTSFORD — A man is now in custody after proactive police efforts led to the recovery of a stolen vehicle, a loaded gun and the discovery of another suspect with an outstanding warrant out of Abbotsford – all on the same property.

Just before 8 p.m., on April 24, AbbyPD’s Gang Crime Unit spotted a stolen Hyundai SUV in the 1700 block of McKenzie Road, which then left the area.

The stolen SUV.
The stolen SUV. (Image Credit: Abbotsford Police Department)

The unit, along with Air1, Lower Mainland police dog services and plainclothes patrol officers, tracked the vehicle to a home in the 21400 block of 16th Avenue in Langley.

Officers arrested the driver as soon as he left the car, and police later found a loaded handgun under the driver’s seat.

The driver has been identified as 42-year-old Matthew Mannella.

He has been formally charged with possession of stolen property, possession of a restricted firearm, careless use of a firearm and possession of an unauthorized firearm.

A 36-year-old man with an outstanding robbery warrant connected to an AbbyPD file was also found on the same property.

Both men were taken into custody.

“This incident underscores the unpredictable nature of everyday policing, where routine investigations can quickly evolve into high‑risk situations involving weapons and violent offenders,” said AbbyPD. “Through coordinated teamwork, specialized training, and support from integrated policing partners, GCU works daily to enhance public safety.”