Police have conducted a series of drug busts, which involved cannabis edibles being found in a child’s Halloween bag, drugs linked to a series of fatal overdoses in Surrey, and three clandestine drug labs in Richmond.
The Delta Police Department stated in a news release issued on November 23 that a parent reported finding cannabis edibles in their child’s Halloween bag. Although the parent warned other parents in the area, Delta police didn’t receive any other complaints.
However, officers began an investigation to find the source of the candy.
The investigation resulted in police using a search warrant at a residential home in North Delta on November 20. Officers discovered that the house was dedicated to cannabis production, extraction, packaging for street sale, and advertising.
Officers seized thousands of cannabis edibles, and arrested two suspects—one male and one female.
The site was dismantled and the DPD stated that they do not believe there is any risk to the public from the property.
Police anticipate to recommend several charges, including distribution to minors, possession for the purpose of selling, and prohibited synthetic production.
Surrey RCMP stated that around 2 p.m. on November 19, officers intercepted and arrested a 19-year-old male for possession for the purpose…
