Posted by AI on 2025-10-12 04:10:30 | Last Updated by AI on 2025-12-19 07:50:10
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A six-month-long investigation into a large-scale drug trafficking operation in Surrey has culminated in a significant bust, with police seizing a staggering 56 kilograms of illicit substances and arresting four individuals. The RCMP's Surrey Provincial Operations Support Unit (SPOSU) Drug Section initiated the probe in February after fentanyl and cocaine began circulating on the streets.
This operation, executed on September 10th, targeted a Guildford residence, where officers discovered a clandestine laboratory in the basement suite. The setup included processing and packaging equipment, indicating an extensive and sophisticated drug production and distribution network. The haul included a substantial quantity of methamphetamine (24 kg), fentanyl (9 kg), and smaller amounts of crack cocaine, cocaine, caffeine, benzodiazepine, and buffing agents.
The RCMP's Supt. Ryan Element emphasized the operation's success, stating that the drug seizure significantly disrupted the local drug trade in Surrey. The investigation also revealed that the drug network's reach extended beyond Surrey, supplying substances to communities across British Columbia, from the Lower Mainland to the Okanagan.
With the operation's success, the RCMP has dealt a substantial blow to the region's drug trade. The next step involves preparing a comprehensive report for the Prosecution Service, who will consider charges against the four individuals in custody. This development underscores the RCMP's commitment to combating the illicit drug trade and protecting the safety and well-being of British Columbia's communities.