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Officers were called Saturday for reports of weapons and drug activity within a bedroom rental in the 1500 block of 5th Street S.W. According to a news release from police, the tenant was arrested on site. A search of the unit revealed $490,000 worth of illicit drugs and what is believed to be drug distribution equipment, along with several illegal firearms.Sign up to receive daily headline news from the Calgary Herald, a division of Postmedia Network Inc.
Anthoulah Dessalines, 31, is charged with knowing possession of an unlicensed weapon, possession of a restricted/prohibited firearm, knowing possession of a prohibited device or ammunition, and careless storage of a firearm.“Our efforts to address gun violence rely on strong community support,” the news release said. “If you have information that could help an investigation, such as witnessing suspicious behaviour or vehicles, please contact police.
Anyone with any information about this incident is asked to contact police by calling 403-266-1234. Tips can also be submitted anonymously through