Posted on 04/24/2013, 2:01 pm, by mySteinbach

A 59-year-old man from the RM of Siglunes is facing numerous drug related charges after being arrested by police this past week  in the RM of Grahamdale.

Drugs seized by RCMP officers

Drugs seized by RCMP officers during a search at an RM of Grahamdale residence.

On April 20, 2013, an investigation by the Gypsumville RCMP resulted in the execution a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence in the RM of Grahamdale. Police say that officers found and seized one pound of marijuana, $5,000 cash, a small amount of cocaine and various drug paraphernalia.

RCMP report that 59-year-old Eric Gospen of the RM of Siglunes, was arrested and released on a recognizance to attend court in St. Martin on May 8, 2013. He has been charged with production of marijuana, possession for the purpose of trafficking (marijuana), possession of cocaine under the CDSA as well as possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 under the Criminal Code.