York Regional Police’s Guns, Gangs and Drug Enforcement unit are appealing for the public’s assistance to locate a person wanted in connection with a firearm manufacturing investigation. Police began a firearms trafficking investigation Monday after getting a tip about the alleged manufacturing of 3D-printed firearms at a home in Whitchurch-Stouffville. Officers executed a search warrant at the home and seized a large quantity of items connected to the manufacturing of 3D-printed firearms, including parts for several of handguns and rifles, ammunition, and prohibited devices. Steen Eliasen,30, of Stouffville is wanted for weapons trafficking. Police have been unable to locate Eliasen and a warrant has been issued for his arrest. Police say people should not to approach him if seen. Anyone who knows his whereabouts, or has information related to this investigation, is asked to contact police immediately. Police say Eliasen is encouraged to seek legal advice and turn himself in. Police say anyone providing assistance to him may be subject to criminal charges. Charges pending: Anyone with information is asked to contact the York Regional Police Guns, Gangs and Drug Enforcement Unit at 1-866-876-5423, ext. 7817. Anonymous tips can be made by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS.
