Search warrant executed in booth area drug trafficking investigation: R26-64053

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Released: November 9, 2026 at 11 a.m.

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An investigation into suspected drug trafficking in the Booth neighbourhood has resulted in three arrests, the seizure of methamphetamine, weapons, stolen property, ammunition, and charges against three individuals.

In October 2026, the Winnipeg Police Service West District Community Support Unit (CSU) initiated an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity in the Booth neighbourhood.

On November 8, 2026, CSU officers, with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team, executed a search warrant at a residence in the 200 block of Booth Drive. Three individuals were taken into custody.

As a result of the search warrant, investigators seized the following:

  • Slavia model 624 .177 calibre rifle
  • Approximately 100 .22 calibre ammunition rounds
  • Two swords
  • Bow with seven arrows
  • 2.27 grams of Methamphetamine in packaging
  • Digital scale and packaging materials
  • Stolen 2024 Polaris ATV
  • Stolen Passport

Dharia Rae BELANGER (26) has been charged with:

  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Weapon x 3
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
  • Possession of Firearm, Restricted/Prohibited Weapon, Firearm Part or Ammunition Contrary to Prohibition Order x 2
  • Fail to Comply with Condition of Release Order x 3
  • Possession of an Identity Document
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

BELANGER was detained in custody.

William Kenneth BAUER (42) has been charged with the following:

  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000
  • Disobey Order of the Court x 3

BAUER was detained in custody.

A 41-year-old woman is facing charged for:

  • Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Weapon
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000

She was released on an Undertaking.

The WPS Community Support Units focus on addressing community concerns, reducing criminal activity, and building safer neighbourhoods through proactive enforcement and partnerships with residents and businesses.

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