Juneau police seek stolen rifle

Juneau police say this distinctive semi-automatic rifle, made by Israel Weapon Industries, was taken from a residence on March 7. (Photo courtesy Juneau Police Department)
Juneau police say this distinctive semi-automatic rifle, made by Israel Weapon Industries, was taken from a residence on March 7. (Photo courtesy Juneau Police Department)

Juneau Police are asking for the public’s help in locating a semi-automatic rifle stolen from a Mendenhall Valley residence on March 7.

The distinctive firearm — made by Israel Weapon Industries — has a short stock and pistol grip. It’s valued at $2,000 and takes .223 ammunition, according to a police press release. The residence that it was stolen from is located in the 3600 block of Amalga Street.

A photo of the gun is posted on JPD’s Facebook page.

Anyone with information about the rifle is encouraged to report it at juneaucrimeline.com, or call police at 586-0600. Tipsters are eligible for a reward of up to $1,000.

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