IPV investigation leads to seizure of replica firearm

On March 7, 2026, members of Patrol Operations began an Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) investigation in relation to an individual uttering threats.

During the investigation, officers received information that the individual was in possession of a handgun. Officers applied for and were granted a search warrant for the individual’s residence.

On March 9, members of the Emergency Response Unit (ERU), Major Crime Section, and Integrated Crime Section (ICS) executed the search warrant and located a replica firearm. The individual was taken into custody without incident.

28-year-old, Tryvge Janson has been charged with the following offences under the Criminal Code of Canada;

• Utter threats to cause bodily harm
• Utter threats to damage property
• Failure to comply with probation x2
• Possession of Firearm Contrary to Prohibition x2
• Possession of prohibited or restricted weapon
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of firearm

Tryvge Janson will attend Bail Court today, March 10, 2026, to answer to the charges.

No further details related to the incident will be provided to protect the identity of the Intimate Partner.

IPV is defined as behaviour within an intimate relationship that causes physical, sexual, or psychological harm.

This includes:

• Physical violence
• Sexual coercion

• Emotional or psychological abuse
• Controlling or threatening behavior

This definition applies to incidents committed by both current and former partners.

If you are experiencing or have experienced abuse or are concerned about someone’s safety, please call 9-1-1 in an emergency or call our non-emergency number 705-675-9171 if you are reporting an incident after the fact and are in a place of safety.

The Greater Sudbury Police Service remains committed to supporting survivors, holding offenders accountable, and working collaboratively to end violence in all its forms.