Posted on 01/26/2011, 2:54 pm, by mySteinbach

Following an investigation into a drug bust earlier this month, RCMP have arrested a Gimli man in connection with this incident.

On January 14, 2011, following an investigation, East Interlake Area RCMP members (Gimli, Arborg and Teulon) executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances search warrant at a residence at Loni Beach in the RM of Gimli. RCMP members found and seized a quantity of cocaine, marijuana and cash.

RCMP report that the total street value of the drugs seized is estimated at $6000.

51-year-old Michael Martin of the RM of Gimli, was arrested at the residence and released to appear in Gimli court on February 28, 2011. On January 24, 2011, Martin was charged for possession for the purpose of trafficking both marijuana and cocaine. In addition, Martin was charged under the Criminal Code for possessing proceeds obtained by crime.