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Wainwright man arrested after RCMP conduct drug search

 Wainwright RCMP executed its third drug search warrant of 2023 and found suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl at a home in Wainwright.

The search was conducted on April 6 and saw one man arrested as a result of the ongoing investigation. Approximately 33 grams of suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl were found in the search alongside packaging consistent with drug trafficking, drug scales, hypodermic needles, and a firearm with ammunition.

Jeff Hall, a resident of Wainwright, was arrested at the residence and has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking of a controlled substance, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and illegal possession of government documents among others.

A judicial interim release hearing was conducted and Hall was released from custody on $1000 cash bail and will be appearing in Alberta Court of Justice in Wainwright on April 20, 2023.

Gerry Lampow
Gerry Lampow
Gerry has lived in Lloydminster since winter 2010. That detail is important as coming from the Caribbean he did not see green grass until May. Now an Alberta/Western Canada resident, you would be hard-pressed to find a stronger proponent of Lloydminster than the news guy that appreciates a healthy dose of rock music and dress code leather. His mantra is focus on one thing and do it well.
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