The Royal Newfoundland Constabulary's major crimes unit is investigating a bag of guns pulled from the cold, choppy waters around Cape Spear on Monday afternoon.

The RNC's marine unit, the tactics and rescue unit, as well as the St. John's Regional Fire Department's high-angle rescue unit were all called to the cliffside near the popular tourist spot Monday afternoon to help with the recovery.

Police found the guns after responding to a call from the a member of the public about "suspicious property" in the Cape Spear area around 1 p.m. Monday.

"It's certainly worth considering that a large piece of property would not generally make its way onto the trails in Cape Spear, and the person who contacted us simply wanted us to come and follow up, which we certainly appreciate," said Const. James Cadigan, the RNC's media relations officer Tuesday afternoon.

Police confirmed a bag of guns was pulled from the waters near Cape Spear on Monday afternoon. (Malone Mullin/CBC)

Officers rappelled down the steep cliffs to pull the guns from the water.

The RNC is not confirming how many firearms were found, but said the priority is finding out where they came from, according to Cadigan.

He said serial numbers found on the firearms are useful and is an avenue police will explore to potentially locate the owners.

"We're going to look into all angles and gain as much information as possible," Cadigan said.

Police are asking anyone with any information about the guns to contact them or to call Crime Stoppers.

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