Police say a man was arrested in Portage Place after officers saw that he was hiding a rifle under his clothing.

Officers say the man was carrying a sawed off rifle and ammunition.

Justin Michael Henderson is now facing several weapons related charges including: breach of firearms regulations, possessing a weapon for a dangerous purpose, carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm.

At the time of his arrest, the 23-year-old was under a weapons ban, say police. There was also an outstanding warrant out for his arrest.

Police say Henderson remains in custody.