On November 6, 2014, at approximately 2:30pm, Thompson RCMP executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act at a residence in Thompson, Manitoba.
As a result of the search, Thompson RCMP seized a quantity of crack cocaine, cocaine, marihuana, drug paraphernalia, a firearm and $25,000 in cash.
RCMP report that Ryan Dean Abele of Thompson, is currently in custody and is facing numerous drug and firearms-related charges. Abele will be appearing in Thompson Provincial Court.
RCMP would like to remind the public that those who traffic in illicit drugs destroy lives, homes and communities. The RCMP remain fully committed to enforcing laws against illicit drugs to their fullest extent. If you have any information about this or any other crime, you can contact Thompson RCMP in person or by phone at 204-677-6909 or anonymously to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477(TIPS).