Major drug bust sees meth and suspected fentanyl seized from St. Paul

Over 120 grams of meth, cocaine, and fentanyl were seized from three St. Paul homes last week, police said on Wednesday.

A joint investigation between ALERT, RCMP Eastern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit, and St. Paul RCMP resulted in the seizure of methamphetamine, cocaine, and fentanyl, along with a sawed-off shotgun.

ALERT Lloydminster’s organized crime team searched three St. Paul homes on September 9 and seized 57 grams of methamphetamine, 57 grams of cocaine, 10 grams of suspected fentanyl, and a sawed off shotgun.

No charges have been laid but several suspects have been identified, RCMP said.

“This investigation has been ongoing and continues to be. The collaboration efforts of the St. Paul Detachment members, ALERT and a number of Eastern Alberta District Units in this investigation has been paramount in the successful investigation thus far,” said Staff Sergeant Greg Stannard, St. Paul RCMP, in a press release.

The investigation remains ongoing as investigators are preparing reports and disclosure for Crown Counsel.

“Drug trafficking is a significant public safety concern and its negative consequences are especially magnified in smaller communities. ALERT works hand-in-hand with our local partners to protect communities big and small from organized crime.” said Sergeant Bruce Maclean, ALERT Lloydminster, in the same release.

Members of the public who suspect drug or gang activity in their community can call local police, or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).