A month-long investigation by the Lakewood Police Department led to the seizure of a defaced firearm and suspected drugs, and the arrest of two men, authorities said.

Members of the department’s Street Crimes Unit, along with its Special Response Team, executed a court-authorized search warrant at the residence of Kharii Pringle, 42, of Lakewood.

During the search, officers also arrested Jeffrey Keys, 41, of Toms River, on outstanding warrants.

According to police, detectives located and seized a defaced firearm. Pringle was allegedly found in possession of a high-capacity magazine, hollow point ammunition, and a quantity of suspected Ecstasy. Further investigation determined that Pringle is legally prohibited from possessing a firearm.

Pringle was charged in connection with the weapons and controlled dangerous substance (CDS) offenses. Both Pringle and Keys are expected to be transported to the Ocean County Jail pending further court proceedings.

The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department assisted in the investigation.

Lakewood Police Chief Gregory H. Meyer said the arrest was the result of focused investigative work and strong inter-agency cooperation.

“Removing illegal firearms from our community remains one of our top priorities,” Meyer said. “I commend our Street Crimes Unit, Special Response Team, and our partners at the Ocean County Sheriff’s Department for their efforts that directly contributed to making our community safer.”