Two arrested after fentanyl-laced meth seizure in Brokenhead Ojibway Nation

Manitoba First Nations Police Service says a dangerous supply of methamphetamine believed to be laced with fentanyl prompted a search warrant and drug seizure in Brokenhead Ojibway Nation.

Police say officers with the Brokenhead detachment became aware of the contaminated drug supply after reports of severe adverse reactions and overdoses in the community.

On Wednesday, officers executed a search warrant at a home in the area, seizing about 74 grams of methamphetamine — including 66 grams believed to be mixed with fentanyl — along with several cellphones, two air pistols, a .22-calibre rifle, ammunition and a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Police have arrested a 40-year-old man and a 40-year-old woman, both from the First Nation, about 73 kilometres north of Winnipeg.

The man, who remains in custody, is facing charges including possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine, unauthorized possession of a firearm and unsafe storage of a firearm. The woman has also been charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine and was released on an appearance notice.

MFNPS is warning the public that illicit street drugs may contain fentanyl or other unknown substances, significantly increasing the risk of overdose and death.