On September 28, 2024, at approximately 11:55 pm, Portage la Prairie RCMP were patrolling when an individual was observed with a flashlight outside of a residence on Oak Bay. Officers stopped and told the male to approach the police vehicle in an attempt to identify him. The male then fled on foot.
Officers pursued the male on foot for a short distance. The male was apprehended. He was in possession of approximately 172 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine and approximately 15 grams of fentanyl. Police also seized an undisclosed amount of Canadian currency.
James Borden, 41, from Portage, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x2, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, and Resist Arrest.
Borden remains in custody.