In September of 2025, the Winnipeg Police Service’s Guns and Gangs Unit began an investigation regarding a drug trafficking operation within the City of Winnipeg. Through investigation, a man was identified as a suspect in a drug trafficking investigation.
On September 24, 2025, just after 7:00 p.m., a traffic stop was conducted in the 200 block of Belmont Avenue and the male suspect was arrested. A search of the man revealed a cannister of bear spray and just under $4,000 in Canadian currency.
On September 24, 2025, just before 8:00 p.m., with the assistance of the Tactical Support Team, a search warrant was then executed on a residence in the 200 block of Belmont Avenue and a woman was taken into custody.
The following items were seized during this search warrant:
- 288 grams of cocaine with an estimated street value of $20,000
- $340 in Canadian currency
- Electronic scales
- Drug packaging and other drug paraphernalia
A 27-year-old woman has been charged with Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine and Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000.
She was released on an Appearance Notice.
A 31-year-old male has been charged with the following:
- Possession of a Scheduled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
- Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 x 2
- Possession of a Weapon
- Take Motor Vehicle Without Owner Consent (Joyriding)
He was detained in custody.