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Tip off leads to woman being charged in drug trafficking investigation

A woman is before the Lloydminster court to answer charges related to drug trafficking.

On July 4, 2025, after checking tips received from Crime Stoppers, members of the Lloydminster RCMP Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) carried out a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act at a property in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation.

Officers seized:

  • 10 grams of methamphetamine
  • 84 grams of cocaine
  • Small amounts of psilocybin and MDMA
  • Cannabis
  • 70 cartons of unstamped tobacco
  • A set of brass knuckles

Amanda Pirnak-Hladchuk, 39 years of Lloydminster, was arrested and charged with:

  • Three counts of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a prohibited weapon
  • Possession of Cannabis with intention to sell or distribute
  • Possession of unstamped tobacco products for the purpose of sale

Amanda Pirnak-Hladchuk was released on conditions and is to return to Lloydminster Provincial Court on Sept. 15.

“This warrant is part of our continued commitment to targeting drug trafficking and associated criminal activity in our community,” said Cst Jason DeCoste of the Lloydminster RCMP CRU. “The seizure of these dangerous substances helps reduce the threat to public safety.”

The Lloydminster RCMP is inviting you to share more tips on possible criminal activity in the community, including trafficking of drugs. Please contact the Lloydminster RCMP at 780-808-8400 or your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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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