Nine suspects charged in drug bust
A lengthy police investigation into a suspected cocaine ring has resulted in the arrests of nine people and the seizure of hash, marijuana and more than $500,000 in cash.
Winnipeg police said Thursday a series of drug warrants were recently executed at eight locations across the city and in St. Andrews.
Police said the suspects have been charged with several drug-related offences.
Police executed warrants on the 1100 block of Atlantic Avenue, the first 100 block of Leveque Street, the 300 block of Templeton Avenue, the 2400 block of Main Street, the 1000 block of Strathcona Street, the first 100 block of Noble Avenue, the first 100 block of Donwood Drive, and the 500 block of Sargent Avenue.
Police also searched a residence in St. Andrews.
Police said they seized nine kilograms of hash, six kilograms of marijuana, thousands in cash and about $40,000 worth of jewellery. Police also seized more than six vehicles.
Police also searched residences in Montreal, Que., and Langley, B.C.
The nine accused range in age from 20 to 65. All face a number of drug-related charges.
Republished from the Winnipeg Free Press print edition September 24, 2010 A6
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