Fort St. John RCMP arrest seven in drug and firearm seizure

FORT ST. JOHN, B.C. — Seven people have been arrested following the execution of a search warrant. 

According to the May 22nd release from Fort St. John RCMP, its specialized drug unit, the Street Enforcement Team (SET), conducted a search warrant at a residence located on the 9400 block of 105th Avenue on May 21st.

The RCMP say the operation is part of the detachment’s ongoing efforts to target illicit drug trafficking and suppress gang-related activity in the region. 

The warrant was safely executed, resulting in seven individuals being arrested for possession for the purpose of trafficking under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act. 

As a result of the search, RCMP investigators seized approximately one kilogram of cocaine and 300 grams of fentanyl. Quantities of methamphetamine, MDMA (ecstasy) and LSD were also seized. 

Equipment consistent with the processing and repackaging of drugs for street-level distribution was also located. 

Police say three loaded handguns and around $8,000 in Canadian currency were seized by officers.

“This enforcement action highlights SET’s continued focus on disrupting the trafficking of drugs and the presence of firearms in our community,” said Sergeant Ian Rissanen, Unit Commander of the Fort St. John RCMP Plain Clothes Units. 

“SET continues to have sustained suppression of drug trafficking throughout the city, where we continue to rely on the vigilance of community members, and we encourage the public to report suspicious activity so we can take action against those contributing to drug-related harm in our city.” 

All seven individuals have been released pending further investigation.