On May 5, 2010, in the early morning hours, Roblin RCMP Detachment executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a farm in the RM of Shell River, Manitoba.
Roblin RCMP Detachment were assisted by the Winnipeg Drug Section, Emergency Response Team, Police Service Dog and Dauphin Major Crimes.
A multiple stage marijuana grow operation was located on the property, with approximately 184 plants and grow equipment being seized. The street value of the plants is estimated to be about $175,000.
32-year-old Harvey Joseph Young of the RM of Shell River has been arrested and is charged with production of a controlled substance and possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking under the CDSA.
Young was remanded in custody and is scheduled for a court appearance in Dauphin Provincial Court.
Police continue to investigate.
Cpl. Brent Lemieux
Roblin RCMP Detachment
Prairie Mountain Region
Tel: (204)937-8054
