Posted on 02/25/2015, 1:40 pm, by mySteinbach

A Winnipeg man will be facing drug-related charges after being arrested by Thompson RCMP earlier this week.

Marijuana

Marijuana seized by Thompson RCMP.

On February 23, 2015, Thompson RCMP General Investigative Section (GIS) received information that a male was transporting drugs to Thompson. A traffic stop was conducted on Mystery Lake Road by members of Thompson GIS, Thompson RCMP and the North District Crime Reduction Enforcement Support Team (CREST).

RCMP report that a total of 14.5 kg of marijuana, a Chevrolet Silverado pick-up truck and two cell phones were seized. The male driver, a Winnipeg resident, has been arrested and charges are pending.

Police continue to investigate.