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Three arrested in connection with Watson Lake firearm incident

Wednesday, 8 October 2025 10:01

By Panebi Wilson @chonfmpwilson

47-year-old Jarret Munch and 35-year-old Justin Stone, both of Watson Lake, face charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. (Panebi Wilson/Chon-FM news)

47-year-old Jarret Munch and 35-year-old Justin Stone, both of Watson Lake, face charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.

Watson Lake RCMP have charged three individuals in connection with a September 13 incident involving utter threats and pointing a firearm in the Ravenhill Drive area.

In a media release, police say that they executed a search warrant at a residence, seizing a firearm and substances believed to be cocaine on October 3

According to a media release, 47-year-old Jarret Munch and 35-year-old Justin Stone, both of Watson Lake, face charges of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose. They've been released on conditions and are scheduled to appear in court on October 7.

Eric Brooks, 23, from Fort Nelson, British Columbia, is charged with pointing a firearm and uttering threats. He was also released on conditions and is set to appear in court on December 2.

The Watson Lake RCMP continue to investigate and urge anyone with information to contact Watson Lake RCMP at 867-536-5555 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) to remain anonymous.

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