Drugs and cash seized in West Coast traffic stop

Three people have been charged with drug-related offences following a traffic stop in Deer Lake on August 31.

Police arrested 50-year-old Gary Campbell of Irishtown-Summerside, 28-year-old Tanner Healey of Deer Lake and 27-year-old Bianca Williams of Corner Brook.

A search of the vehicle and occupants resulted in the seizure of a quantity of crack cocaine, cash and other items consistent with drug trafficking. Additionally, a large knife was located and seized.

All three are charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking cocaine. Bianca Williams faces an additional charge of Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose and Failing to Comply with a condition of a Release Order.

All three have been released from custody and will appear in court at a later date.

The investigation is continuing.