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Three Medicine Hat residents charged with drug and property offences

Jan 27, 2020 | 3:03 PM

MEDICINE HAT, AB – Three Medicine Hat residents face drug and property charges following investigations last week.

According to the Medicine Hat Police Service (MHPS) Priority Street Crime Unit, both investigations originated from tips submitted by community members concerned with suspected drug-related activity in residences located close to school and playground areas.

Police say on January 23, 2020, a search warrant was executed at a residence located in the 100 block of 9 Street SW. A 30-year-old male resident of the address is facing charges of; possession of methamphetamine and fentanyl, and possession of stolen property under $5,000.

On January 25, 2020, a search warrant at a second residence, located in the 900 block of Elm Street SE. Arrested at the residence was a 29-year-old male and a 40-year-old female, who have both been charged with; possession of methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, and heroin for the purpose of trafficking, unlawful possession of firearms and additional charges relating to the modification and possession of prohibited firearms and ammunition. The male was in addition charged with breaching three prior firearm prohibitions.

The Priority Street Crime Unit will continue to monitor both areas and address concerns as they arise.

Citizens who suspect drug, gang or property crime issues in their neighbourhood can submit tips anonymously through the MHPS mobile app or contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).