Illegal firearm in vehicle

A 35yearold woman was arrested after being found with drug utensils and a .22 rifle when stopped by police in South Dunedin early on Saturday.

Acting Sergeant Bryce Johnson, of Dunedin, said officers stopped a suspicious vehicle driven by the woman about 3am.

Utensils for methamphetamine were found and a subsequent search of the vehicle produced an unlawful .22 rifle, Acting Sgt Johnson said.

The woman was charged with possession of a firearm and received a warning for possession of the utensils.

Her 34yearold male passenger was charged with possession of cannabis.

Both were bailed to appear in the Dunedin District Court.