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At 8 p.m. on Sept. 7, Oxford House RCMP received a report from a First Nation Safety Officer that a 37-year-old female, travelling from Winnipeg, was in possession of a large quantity of drugs.
The suspect was transported to the Oxford House RCMP Detachment and turned over to police.
Following the investigation, officers seized approximately 251 grams of suspected crack cocaine, 24 grams of cocaine and 200 illicit pills believed to be oxycodone. The estimated community street value of these drugs is approximately $140,000.
The 37-year-old suspect from Bunibonibee Cree Nation has been charged with two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking and possession of a controlled substance. She was remanded into custody.
“This is a significant drug seizure in relation to drugs destined for Bunibonibee Cree Nation and is a direct result of the efforts put forth by First Nation Safety Officers,” said Cpl. Ian Lenartowich of the Oxford House RCMP in a news release.
“These drugs not only fuel addiction and crime but cause harm to families and the community. This seizure underscores the important role FNSO’s play in protecting this community.”
The investigation continues.