Lloydminster RCMP conducted a traffic stop within city limits on Oct. 30, which led to the arrest of two men.
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The driver and passenger were arrested for being in possession of unstamped tobacco. A search of the vehicle also resulted in the seizure of the following:
- Approximately 13 grams of cocaine;
- Approximately 23 grams of fentanyl;
- A quantity of Canadian currency;
- A 410 shotgun with a defaced serial number; and
- Shotgun ammunition;
Riley Lawlor, 33, of Regina, was charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking (x2);
- Possession of a weapon contrary to order;
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose;
- Possession of firearm knowing possession is unauthorized; and
- Failure to comply with release order.
Tanner McIvor, 20, of Gravelbourg, Sask., was charged with:
- Unsafe storage of firearms;
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose;
- Possession of firearm in a vehicle; and
- Failure to comply with probation order.
Lawlor and McIvor were brought before a justice of the peace. Lawlor was remanded into custody and McIvor was released on conditions.
Lawlor is scheduled to appear in Lloydminster Provincial Court on Nov. 3 and McIvor is to appear on Nov. 17.
“This seizure demonstrates the ongoing commitment of the Lloydminster RCMP to remove illegal drugs and firearms from our community,” said Sgt. Christopher Byford of the Lloydminster RCMP.
“Our members remain focused on proactive enforcement efforts that enhance public safety.”
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