RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation (JFO) West seized a quantity of cocaine, cash, and pills at a recent traffic stop in Corner Brook. Four individuals were arrested for possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine.
As part of an ongoing investigation, on April 2, 2025, JFO West, with the assistance of RCMP NL's General Investigation Section and the Royal Newfoundland Constabulary's Patrol Services, stopped the vehicle within the city of Corner Brook.
The driver of the vehicle, 45-year-old Sandra Callahan of Corner Brook, showed signs of alcohol impairment and refused to comply with a breath demand provided as part of an impaired driving investigation. An occupant of the vehicle, 25-year-old Bobby Sheppard of Deer Lake, resisted arrest and was found in breach of a probation order.
Inside the vehicle, officers located and seized approximately 1.5 ounces of cocaine, a large quantity of various pills, a quantity of Lysergic Acid Diethylamide (LSD), cash and other items consistent with possession for the purpose of drug trafficking.
Callahan and Sheppard appeared in court yesterday both charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. Callahan is additionally charged with refusal of a breath demand. Sheppard is additionally charged with resisting arrest and breach of probation. The two were released from court on conditions and are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.
Two other individuals were released from custody and are set to appear in court at a later date to answer to charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine.
The investigation is continuing with further charges possible.
JFO West, which includes dedicated police officers from both the RCMP and RNC, targets drug trafficking and organized crime on the west coast of the province.
If you are a resident on the province's west coast and you suspect there is drug trafficking in your neighbourhood, JFO West wants to talk with you. You can remain anonymous while speaking directly with a police officer by contacting the JFO West designated drug line at (709) 637-4221.
Residents in other areas of the province are encouraged to contact their local police detachment to report illegal drug activities.