Two people in Calgary have been put on 12 counts of criminal charges by the RCMP Federal Serious and Organized Crime (FSOC) section after a brief investigation into drug trafficking.
RCMP Charges Calgary Men in Drug Trafficking Operation
The enforcement action resulted in the execution of a search warrant, leading to the confiscation of 1.2 kg of cocaine valued at approximately $100,000, along with a loaded 9mm handgun, two SUVs (a Toyota RAV 4 and a Land Rover Range Rover), and around $180,000 in cash.
Search warrant at the Calgary Apartment
The drug trafficking investigation prompted the RCMP to conduct a targeted search on December 6 at a Calgary apartment utilized as a storage facility, as well as two SUVs associated with the case.
Details of Seized Items
Police confiscated 1.2 kg of cocaine, with an estimated worth of $100,000, as a consequence of this coordinated search, according to a Thursday statement from the RCMP. Approximately $180,000 in cash, a Toyota RAV4, a Land Rover Range Rover, and a loaded 9mm pistol were also confiscated by the officers.
Arrests and charges
The two individuals charged in connection with the case are Uduakobong “Joseph” Ewitat, 31, and Farahah Rizwan, 28, both residents of Calgary. They have been taken into custody and are facing a court date scheduled for January 12 at the Calgary Provincial Court.
Court Date Scheduled
This action by the RCMP FSOC underscores law enforcement's commitment to combating serious and organized crime, particularly in cases related to drug trafficking. The charges reflect the severity of the offenses, and the court proceedings will provide an opportunity for the legal system to address the alleged criminal activities of the accused individuals.
Law enforcement's thorough approach to carrying out the search warrant and capturing the suspects is evidence of their ongoing efforts to reduce drug-related criminal activity and improve community safety. The court proceedings will play a crucial role in determining the outcome of this case and ensuring accountability for the accused.