On May 29, at approximately 7:40 p.m., RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence in Wabowden as part of a months-long investigation into drug trafficking in the community and region.
Wabowden RCMP, supported by officers from the Snow Lake and Thompson detachments, descended on the Davidson Street residence. Once inside, RCMP found and seized cocaine, drug paraphernalia, numerous edged weapons, prohibited firearms, electronic devices and a score book.
Two suspects, both residents of the home, were arrested at the scene.
Damon Bayer, 37, is charged with:
- Drug possession for the purpose of trafficking;
- Possession of a weapon for dangerous purpose x6;
- Weapons possession contrary to order x2;
- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted weapon;
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm; and
- Unsafe storage of firearms x3.
He was remanded into custody.
A 29-year-old female faces a charge of drug possession for the purpose of trafficking. She was released on an appearance notice.
