A man who allegedly stole several firearms during a break-in was arrested while attempting to return the guns to the Barrie home.

According to Barrie police, the Burton Avenue home was broken into on Thursday. The homeowner reported the break-in after noticing that a number of guns and some jewelry were stolen.

Officers say they were quick to identify a suspect, but while they were searching for the man, the alleged thief returned to the scene – this time to return the guns.

The homeowner spotted the man and was able to restrain him until police arrived. An 18-year-old has been charged with break and enter and several firearm offences.

Investigators are still searching for the missing jewelry.