Seven people facing 51 charges after drug bust in Red Deer
Posted Dec 20, 2018 9:52 am.
Last Updated Dec 20, 2018 1:26 pm.
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RED DEER (660 NEWS) — ALERT Red Deer have charged seven people, five men, and two women, with 51 drug and firearm offences. The goods were seized after two search warrants were executed at homes in Red Deer.
The search revealed $66,000 worth of cocaine, and further evidence of drug trafficking paraphernalia such as scales, score sheets and packaging materials.
A 23-year-old man was the focus of the investigation and has been charged with multiple offenses including possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime.
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Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community can call local police, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).