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Cariboo Chilcotin Crime Reduction Unit seized drugs, weapons and cash

A search by Police in the South Cariboo led to the seizure of drugs and firearms.

On July 31, Cariboo Chilcotin Crime Reduction Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on the 500 block of Cedar Avenue.

100 Mile House RCMP Sargeant Brian Lamb said an adult female was arrested and the search yielded large amounts of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, fentanyl, GHB (gamma-hyrdroxybutrate), DMT (dimethyltryptamine), and various prescription medication.

“A loaded handgun, 4 rifles, a large sum of cash, and other items related to drug trafficking were also located,” Lamb said.

The female was later released and Lamb said the investigation is continuing and various charges relating to drug trafficking and weapons related offences are anticipated.

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Pat Matthews
Pat Matthews
Pat started working in the Cariboo in 1989 after spending several years in radio in Terrace. He worked in the creative department until 2017 when he switched over to news covering Williams Lake and the South Cariboo as well as being the afternoon host on Country 840 in 100 Mile House.

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