A man and a woman are facing weapons related charges after a traffic stop in Bedford.

Police say it was yesterday morning near the Bedford Highway and Meadowbrook Drive when they discovered a weapon.

The driver ran away, while the passenger was arrested at the scene.

Later that day the suspect was arrested on Rocky Lake Drive.

A 40-year-old man will be in court today for these charges:

• Possession of a firearm contrary to an order
• Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
• Possession of a firearm in a vehicle · Possession of a firearm with no license/certificate
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm · Carrying a concealed weapon
• Possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace
• Storing a firearm or restricted weapon contrary to regulations
• Unsafe storage of a firearm
• Dangerous operation of a conveyance
• Flight from peace officer – failure to stop motor vehicle while being pursued
• Failure to comply with condition of release order other than the condition to attend court

A 20-year-old woman will in court at a later date for these charges:

• Storing a firearm or restricted weapon contrary to regulations
• Possession of a weapon dangerous to public peace
• Carrying a concealed weapon
• Unauthorized possession of a firearm
• Unsafe storage of a firearm
• Possession of a loaded prohibited or restricted firearm
• Possession of a firearm in a vehicle
• Possession of a firearm with no license/certificate