A man suffered a “medical emergency” after being arrested along the winter road from Norman Wells on Jan. 12, according to Fort Good Hope RCMP.
He was later medevaced out of the community for treatment.
That individual is accused of being in possession of 22 grams of suspected crack cocaine and $250 in cash.
The Mounties conducted a search of the vehicle under authorization of a search warrant and found an additional $1,580 in cash, drug paraphernalia, and a sizable quantity of alcohol — including 27 bottles of 40-ounce vodka, a bottle of whiskey, a box of wine, 16 cans of beer, and four cans of wine coolers.
All other occupants of the vehicle were detained. Charges are pending and the investigation continues.
“This was a substantial amount of drugs and alcohol heading into the Sahtu community of Fort Good Hope,” the RCMP stated in a Tuesday afternoon news release, adding that tips from the public played a key role in this law enforcement action.
The police expressed appreciation for the community’s vigilance and encouraged anyone with information on this or other illegal activities to contact the Fort Good Hope RCMP or Crime Stoppers. In emergencies, the public should call 911. The commitment to safeguarding the community remains steadfast.