Wainwright RCMP execute drug search warrant

Written by ECA Review

A search warrant was executed on a residence in Wainwright on April 6, 2023 by the Wainwright RCMP with the following results.

Approximately 33 grams of suspected methamphetamine and fentanyl were seized along with a firearm and ammunition, packaging consistent with drug trafficking, drug scales and hypodermic needles.

Jeff Hall (42), a resident of Wainwright, was arrested at the residence and has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking of a controlled substance, illegal possession of government documents, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, unauthorized possession of a firearm and unsafe storage of a firearm.

A Judicial Interim Release hearing was conducted and Hall was released from custody on $1000 cash bail and will be appearing in Alberta Court of Justice in Wainwright on April 20, 2023.

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