A 36 year old Toronto man is due in court in St Jean sur Richelieu today to face a number of weapons related charges.
Thanh Viet Pham was arrested December 23rd near the Lacolle border crossing.
In a statement, the RCM said he had crossed into Canada illegally and had been found to be carrying a bag containing 24 handguns, some of which were loaded, and at least ten of which are prohibited.
Thanh is described as being known to police for various weapons and drugs related offences.
He had an outstanding warrant for his arrest from Toronto.