The Edmonton Police Service (Edmonton Drug and Gang Enforcement) EDGE Unit initiated a drug investigation relating to the transportation and distribution of illegal drugs from Western Canada to Edmonton on Thursday, March 1, 2012.
Approximately 18 kilograms of cocaine was discovered when police executed search warrants on two vehicles that were equipped with elaborate secret compartments and two houses in the area of 92 Avenue and 52 Street.
The 18 kilograms of cocaine is valued at approximately $810,000 wholesale with a potential street value estimated at $2.3 million.
Other items seized include:
- 2009 Toyota Rav 4
- 2007 Dodge Nitro
- 2008 BMW 335 XI
- Hand gun and ammunition
- Air soft pistol
- Drug paraphernalia
The following individuals have been charged:
Robert John Hall, 33, has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and firearm offences (x5).
Aaron Michael Hall, 31, has been charged with trafficking a controlled substance, possession for the purpose of trafficking, proceeds of crime.
Molly Martin Collins, 30, has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and firearm offences(x5).
Sean Douglas Steer, 28, has been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.
The investigation is on-going.
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