On May 1, 2024, as part of an ongoing drug investigation, Steinbach RCMP General Investigative Section and East District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team, executed a search warrant at a residence in Steinbach.
Officers seized methamphetamine, crack cocaine, psilocybin, 6 kg of illicit cannabis, 45,000 illicit cigarettes, a conducted energy weapon, a firearm and over $140,000.00 in cash.
A 50-year-old female was arrested at the scene is facing a number of charges under the Criminal Code, Cannabis Act and the Tax Administration and Miscellaneous Taxes Act. She was released from custody with an upcoming court date.
The investigation is ongoing and RCMP anticipate further arrests.