Drayton Valley RCMP have provided an update regarding two individuals arrested on Feb. 28, following the execution of a search warrant at a residence in Drayton Valley.
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Police say a 29-year-old man and 25-year-old woman, both residents of Drayton Valley, have been arrested and are now facing multiple charges each.
Officials say the male suspect is facing 44 total offences, including:
- Seven counts of unauthorized possession of firearms/ammunition.
- Three counts of possession of prohibited firearms.
- Four counts of unauthorized possession of prohibited weapons.
- 11 counts of careless use of a firearm.
- Two counts of possession of an explosive device.
- Possession of cocaine.
- Uttering threats.
- Obstruction to Police.
- Extortion.
- And several other weapons offences.
Officials say the female suspect is facing 35 total offences, including:
- Nine counts of careless use of a firearm.
- Two counts of possession of an explosive device.
- Three counts of possession of restricted/prohibited firearm.
- Four counts of possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose.
- Nine counts of unauthorized possession of a firearm.
- possession of cocaine.
- possession of stolen property.
- possession of unmarked cigarettes.
- and other weapons offenses.
As a result of the search warrant, Drayton Valley RCMP say they recovered nine firearms, including one prohibited firearm, one improvised explosive device, and what is believed to be cocaine.
Officials say both suspects were brought before a Justice of the Peace and remanded into custody for a March 4, court appearance at the Alberta Court of Justice in Drayton Valley.
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The Drayton Valley RCMP is seeking the public’s assistance in identifying the location of, or sightings of any crimes in the area. Anyone with information in relation to this, or other incidents is asked to please contact the Drayton Valley RCMP at 780-542-4456 or your local police. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8377 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.
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