Members of the Saskatoon Crime Reduction Team have concluded a lengthy investigation into the drug trafficking and money laundering activities of a sophisticated organized crime operation.
In October of 2021, police initiated an investigation after learning of a large-scale operation in which cocaine and methamphetamine was being trafficked. On January 5, 2023, the Crime Reduction Team, with support from the Criminal Investigations Division and Tactical Support Unit, executed search warrants on four properties; one in the 1200 block of 10th Street East, one in 500 block of Hamm Crescent, and two in the 900 block of Kristjanson Road.
Enforcement action resulted in the seizure of;
- Residential property in the 500 block of Hamm Crescent (est. value $700,000 CAD)
- Approximately $79,000 CAD cash
- Mercedes-Benz CLA250
- Acura ILX
- Nissan Rogue
- Jewelry
- Financial documents
- Paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking
As a result, a man and woman, both age 33, were arrested without incident at a residence in the 900 block of Kristjanson Road. A second man, also age 33, was arrested without incident at a business in the 400 block of 2nd Avenue South. The three are collectively facing several charges, including;
- Trafficking in a Controlled Substance; Cocaine and Methamphetamine
- Conspiracy to Trafficking in an Controlled Substance
- Possession of the Proceeds of Crime
- Operating as a Criminal Organization
Additional charges may be laid as the investigation continues. A photo is attached for distribution.
(Court Information Number: 991219114)
