Loaded firearm. (Image Credit: AbbyPD)
By Mike Vanden Bosch
Suspicious incident

Man with loaded shotgun found passed out inside running vehicle: AbbyPD

Feb 1, 2026 | 1:02 PM

ABBOTSFORD – Police in Abbotsford say a 47-year-old man who is known to police was arrested after they found him passed out inside a vehicle with a loaded shotgun inside.

According to a statement from AbbyPD spokesperson Sgt. Paul Walker, an alert resident reported a suspicious vehicle in their neighbourhood to police just before 9 a.m. on Sunday morning.

Police say the vehicle was idling with a man inside passed out behind the wheel, which raised concerns and prompted a call to police.

Patrol officers responded and boxed the vehicle in. A loaded shotgun was observed inside, and the man was arrested.

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The 47-year old-man, who is known to police, now faces multiple criminal charges.

“We want to thank the resident who took the time to report something that didn’t feel right. If you see something suspicious or concerning, say something. Our teams are here and actively working to keep our community safe,” Sgt. Walker said.

by Mike Vanden Bosch

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