High Prairie, Alta. – On July 15, 2023, High Prairie RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) received a call of an intoxicated male in a field in High Prairie. Upon arrival, members dealt with and arrested the intoxicated male. Search incidental to arrest revealed drugs and drug trafficking paraphernalia on and near the suspect.
As a result of the investigation, RCMP seized the following items:
- 3.5 ounces of Fentanyl;
- 4.6 ounces of Crystal Methamphetamine;
- $1070 in cash;
- 1 cell phone, and;
- Drug trafficking paraphernalia including 2 scales, baggies and a roll of aluminum foil.
The approximate street value of the drugs is $24,300.
RCMP have also charged Richard Grey (42), resident of Edmonton, with three counts of possession of drugs for the purpose of trafficking. Grey was brought before a Justice of the Peace and was remanded into custody with the next court date being today, July 31, at the Alberta Court of Justice in High Prairie.
“People that are involved in the drug trade and drug trafficking continue to use different ways to attempt to distribute their drugs to the streets in our communities and avoiding apprehension by Police. Through extensive investigations and the focus to put a stop to drugs in our community, these seizures have prevented a lot of potential violence and deaths. No matter the type of drug, the drug trade hurts our community’s safety and well-being. We encourage the community to work with the Police to help put a stop to drug trafficking.”
– Cst. Tyler BELL – High Prairie GIS
Members of the public who suspect any drug or gang activity can call the High Prairie RCMP Detachment and can speak with Cst. Tyler BELL or Cpl. Sherrie CHOO at 780-523-3370 or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) ), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
