Six Winnipeggers are each facing multiple drug and gun charges after a police investigation in the city’s North End throughout February.
Police said the arrests revolved around a search at a Flora Avenue home Saturday, which led to the seizure of more than $25,000 worth of meth, plus packaging materials, as well as a Remington 710 rifle, a compound bow, and assorted ammunition.
Three individuals were arrested by members of the guns and gangs unit during a traffic stop, after a man was spotted leaving the house and getting into a car with two others. The others were picked up by police during the search of the residence.
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The six are facing a wide range of charges, including possession of meth for the purpose of trafficking, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and possessing property obtained by crime.
Two of them, a 32-year-old man and a 50-year-old woman, remain in custody.
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The others, who range in age from 27 to 51, were released on undertakings or notices to appear in court.
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