RCMP continue to investigate suspected drug trafficking in Williams Lake with the latest search warrant and arrest on Thursday, June 12.
Cpl. Brett Urano, B.C. RCMP Communication Services in a news release said the Cariboo-Chilcotin Crime Reduction Unit (CC-CRU) was conducting proactive enforcement in Williams Lake on June 12.
"During their enforcement they observed a man making hand to hand transactions consistent with drug trafficking," Urano noted. "The man was arrested and a warrant was sought for his residence. The man was found to be in possession of illicit drugs, cash and drug trafficking materials."
Mounties executed a search warrant at the man’s residence and located more drugs, illicit cigarettes, money, and weapons.
The man was released pending further investigation.
The Williams Lake RCMP with the support of CC-CRU are committed to disrupting the drug trade in our community,
said Insp. Rob Lake Officer in Charge of Williams Lake RCMP. Our Williams Lake officers will continue to work hard to make our community a difficult place to conduct criminal activities.
Urano said the Williams Lake RCMP are thankful for the public’s continued support.
"If you see a crime or suspicious activity you are asked to call us at 250-392-6211 or if it is an emergency call 911."
