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Multiple drug seizures made in Cranbrook and Kimberley
Over the last two weeks there have been four successful drug seizures in Cranbrook and Kimberley by RCMP.
The seizures and arrests were the result of a number of ongoing drug investigations. The primary drug seized was cocaine but police are concerned about the weapons found and the places these transactions are being conducted.
Drug trafficking was found to be taking place at common businesses in both communities including stores, banks and near the Platzl in Kimberley. They were also taking place during the day.
On Nov 20, a 51-year-old female from Moyie was arrested at a local convenience store. A search located two grams of cocaine on her person. Charges of Possession of a Controlled Drug for the Purpose of Trafficking are being recommended.
On Nov 27, a 24-year-old male and 21-year-old female from Cranbrook were arrested near a bank in Cranbrook. They were in possession of two grams of cocaine. They are facing trafficking charges.
On Nov. 28, a search warrant was executed on 4th Street NW in Cranbrook. A male and female were arrested and charges of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking are being recommended. Inside police found two ounces of powder cocaine, almost one ounce of crack cocaine, a small amount of marijuana, cash and two police style batons.
And on Dec 1, a 21-year-old male from Wycliffe was arrested near the Chamber of Commerce office in Kimberley. Two grams of cocaine was seized. Again charges of trafficking are being recommended.
Police found that the drug transactions were being done in public places during daylight hours. Police are also finding more weapons; in the Nov 28 case it was two police style batons. But during a search on Nov. 7 police found a bat, bear spray, a large machete and other items that could be used as a weapon. Those involved in the drug trade often have weapons to protect themselves or intimidate others, but it puts the public at risk. During the use of these weapons any person young or old could be severely injured.
Above image: An example of crack cocaine.
Cpl. Chris Newel
Cranbrook/Kimberley RCMP
