Battlefords Gang Task Force wraps up a busy February

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A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of two firearms, methamphetamine and cash.

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On Feb. 25 Battlefords Gang Task Force stopped a vehicle in the city. The driver was found to be operating a motor vehicle while impaired.

A passenger in the vehicle had multiple outstanding warrants. The passenger was arrested and was found with a loaded firearm in his possession.

On Feb. 27 Battlefords Gang Task Force stopped a driver who had a suspended licence and open alcohol was located in the vehicle.

Two female passengers were also arrested. Further investigation led to the seizure of a prohibited firearm from the vehicle.

Created on Nov. 1, 2019 the Battlefords Task Force is a direct response to the significant increase in gun crime and violence that was occurring in the Battlefords area late in 2019. The unit was set up as a six-month pilot project staffed with existing members from the Battlefords RCMP Detachment.

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Keaton.brown@jpbg.ca

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