Prince George RCMP have revealed that a recent drug bust was the biggest in the city's history.Nearly 40 kg of illicit substances were recovered, including what was believed to be fentanyl..In a press release, the department explained that on Wednesday, Mounties responded to a report of a break-and-enter in progress at a home on the 4400 block of 5th Ave. A "large number" of counterfeit cigarettes were spotted, prompting further investigation.A search warrant was quickly obtained and executed, resulting in the discovery of the drug stash. The haul included suspected fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as over 11 kg of cannabis and 11 kg of "an apparent cutting agent."Around 120,000 counterfeit cigarettes were also seized, along with over $500,000 in cash."We would like to recognize the hard work and dedication of our police officers, which led to this unprecedented drug seizure," Prince George RCMP Detachment Commander Insp. Darin Rappel said."It is obvious we can no longer ignore the effects of the BC Gang Conflict in Prince George."He noted that the bust was "a clear indication that more than our local drug traffickers are using Prince George as a base of operations," and made it clear that the force "will be increasing our enforcement efforts in this area, to reflect these developments."Gratitude was also extended to the citizens who placed the original break-and-enter call to authorities, without which the bust may not have happened. The RCMP encouraged everyone to "keep an eye out in their neighbourhoods and report all suspicious activity.".This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
Prince George RCMP have revealed that a recent drug bust was the biggest in the city's history.Nearly 40 kg of illicit substances were recovered, including what was believed to be fentanyl..In a press release, the department explained that on Wednesday, Mounties responded to a report of a break-and-enter in progress at a home on the 4400 block of 5th Ave. A "large number" of counterfeit cigarettes were spotted, prompting further investigation.A search warrant was quickly obtained and executed, resulting in the discovery of the drug stash. The haul included suspected fentanyl, cocaine and methamphetamine, as well as over 11 kg of cannabis and 11 kg of "an apparent cutting agent."Around 120,000 counterfeit cigarettes were also seized, along with over $500,000 in cash."We would like to recognize the hard work and dedication of our police officers, which led to this unprecedented drug seizure," Prince George RCMP Detachment Commander Insp. Darin Rappel said."It is obvious we can no longer ignore the effects of the BC Gang Conflict in Prince George."He noted that the bust was "a clear indication that more than our local drug traffickers are using Prince George as a base of operations," and made it clear that the force "will be increasing our enforcement efforts in this area, to reflect these developments."Gratitude was also extended to the citizens who placed the original break-and-enter call to authorities, without which the bust may not have happened. The RCMP encouraged everyone to "keep an eye out in their neighbourhoods and report all suspicious activity.".This is what the Western Standard is up againstThe Trudeau government is funding lies and propaganda by directly subsidizing the mainstream media. They do this to entrench the powerful Eastern, woke and corrupt interests that dominate the political, social and economic institutions in Canada. Federal authorities are constantly trying to censor us and stop us from publishing the stories that they don’t want you to read. Ottawa may weaponize our taxes and police against us, but we’ve got a powerful ally on our side.You. Free men, and free women. We need you to stand with us and become a member of the Western Standard. Here’s what you will get for your membership:Unlimited access to all articles from the Western Standard, Alberta Report, West Coast Standard, and Saskatchewan Standard, with no paywall. Our daily newsletter delivered to your inbox. .Access to exclusive Member-only WS events.Keep the West’s leading independent media voice strong and free.If you can, please support us with a monthly or annual membership. It takes just a moment to set up, and you will be making a big impact on keeping one the last independent media outlets in Canada free from Ottawa’s corrupting influence.
