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A Chilliwack man is behind bars after being arrested for allegedly shooting at a vehicle while under police surveillance.

Chilliwack RCMP were conducting a stakeout of a residence in the 9300-block of Fletcher Street when they witnessed a man step outside of the home and fire a handgun at a vehicle.

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There were no injuries reported and the vehicle drove off.

Police say the shooter was arrested immediately and the vehicle and its lone occupant were located a few blocks away.

In a subsequent search of the home, Mounties seized pellet pistols, a loaded sawed-off shotgun, suspected opioids, articles associated with drug trafficking, and an undisclosed amount of cash.

Corey Richard Emery, 31, is charged with assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, and mischief. He remains in custody pending a court appearance on June 12.

“Weapons and violence are often linked with drug trafficking. Chilliwack RCMP officers are dedicated to preventing these threats from reaching the streets of our community,” said RCMP spokesperson Cpl. Mike Rail. “Fortunately no one was injured during the incident.”

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