One investigation resulted in the seizure of more than 10,000 individual pills, including gabapentin, hydromorphone, codeine and dextroamphetamine.
Over the past three months, Prince George RCMP’s Street Crew Unit has led multiple investigations targeting individuals and groups involved in trafficking drugs in Prince George.
Controlled Drugs and Substance Act search warrants were executed at various residences throughout the city, resulting in substantial seizures of illicit and prescription drugs, as well as cash. In addition to the prescription drugs, investigators also seized large quantities of suspected fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine.
A second investigation resulted in seizures of over two kilograms of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine, and more cash. Investigators also seized thousands more prescription pills, including oxycodone, morphine and more hydromorphone.RCMP have noted an alarming trend over the last year in the amount prescription drugs located during drug trafficking investigations. They are being used as a form of currency to purchase more potent, illicit street drugs.
Police are warning the public that the misuse of prescription medication by anyone is extremely dangerous.If you have any information about this or any other criminal offence, please contact the Prince George RCMP at 561-3300 or anonymously contact Crime Stoppers at 1222-8477 or online at www.northernbccrimestoppers.ca . You do not have to reveal your identity to Crime Stoppers.
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