Cash seized in Portage la Prairie traffic stop.
On April 10, 2010, at about 9:30am, Portage la Prairie RCMP members were patrolling the Trans Canada Highway in the RM of Portage la Prairie when a 2010 Nissan Maxima traveling westbound was stopped for a traffic violation.
Investigation revealed approximately a $100,000 hidden inside of the vehicle. The driver of the vehicle and his male passenger were arrested for possession of proceeds of crime.
The 40-year-old male driver and the 39-year-old male passenger, both from Alberta, were released with surety with a promise to appear for May 17, 2010, at Provincial Court in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.
RCMP investigation is continuing.
If you have any information you are urged to contact your local police department or Manitoba Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
Cst. Shawn Smith
Portage la Prairie RCMP
Tel:(204)239-8908
Fax: (204)239-0130
