A man is facing ten charges, including unlawful confinement, after Saanich Police responded to a report of a person being held against their will over the weekend.
On Saturday, April 6th, Saanich Police, supported by the Greater Victoria Emergency Response Team, were called to the 300 block of home on Ker Avenue near Pearkes Recreation Centre on Saturday.
Police cordoned off the vicinity and began negotiations to secure the release of the captive. After tense moments, the individual was successfully extricated from the premises, unharmed but doubtlessly shaken by the ordeal.
The person who was being held against their will managed to escape safely. Police used flash bangs during the arrest of the suspect to create a distraction.
A search warrant was executed at the home and several firearms, imitation firearms and a cache of ammunition were located.
Police said Vincenzo Colantonio has been charged with unlawful confinement, pointing a firearm, careless use or storage of a firearm and possession of a firearm without a licence or registration.
No one was injured during the incident.
