Winnipeg man facing drug trafficking charge

A Winnipeg Police Service shoulder badge is seen on Sept. 2, 2021 at the Public Information Office in Winnipeg. THE CANADIAN PRESS/David Lipnowski

By CityNews Staff

Posted March 15, 2025 11:52 am.

Winnipeg police say a 31-year-old man is facing a charge after allegedly trafficking drugs in Varsity View.

WPS says on Mar. 12, officers executed a search warrant at an apartment complex along Hendon Avenue near Vialoux Drive.

During the search, one man was taken into custody and officers were able to find and seize 46 grams of cocaine on him.

Additionally, during a search of the suite, police found and seized 207 grams of cocaine, drug packaging, contaminated scales, and a cell phone.

WPS says overall the amount of drugs seized was worth around $25,300.

A 31-year-old man from Winnipeg is facing a charge of possession of a scheduled substance for the purpose of trafficking. He has also been released on an undertaking.

Submit a Correction
Accessibility Feedback

Top Stories

Remains found at Prairie Green Landfill confirmed as Marcedes Myran

Manitoba RCMP has confirmed the identity of human remains that were found in the Prairie Green Landfill as Marcedes Myran of Long Plain First Nation. Myran was believed to have been killed in May 2022,...

2h ago

Winnipeg police looking for van driver in hit-and-run Saturday morning

Winnipeg police say a 25-year-old woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Mar. 15. WPS says officers responded to Osborne Street and Mulvey Avenue East around 12:30 a.m. on Mar. 15, after receiving...

5h ago

Winnipeg’s new Chief of Police officially sworn in

Winnipeg’s newest top cop was officially sworn in on Monday, as Gene Bowers takes on the role of the 19TH Chief of Police. His career spans over 36 years within the Winnipeg Police Service. Bowers...

2h ago

Manitoba eyes new rules for motorists around town trucks, snowplows and cyclists

The Manitoba government is looking to set new rules for motorists who drive near snowplows, tow trucks and cyclists. A bill now before the legislature would require drivers to follow at least...

3h ago

Top Stories

Remains found at Prairie Green Landfill confirmed as Marcedes Myran

Manitoba RCMP has confirmed the identity of human remains that were found in the Prairie Green Landfill as Marcedes Myran of Long Plain First Nation. Myran was believed to have been killed in May 2022,...

2h ago

Winnipeg police looking for van driver in hit-and-run Saturday morning

Winnipeg police say a 25-year-old woman is in hospital after a hit-and-run on Mar. 15. WPS says officers responded to Osborne Street and Mulvey Avenue East around 12:30 a.m. on Mar. 15, after receiving...

5h ago

Winnipeg’s new Chief of Police officially sworn in

Winnipeg’s newest top cop was officially sworn in on Monday, as Gene Bowers takes on the role of the 19TH Chief of Police. His career spans over 36 years within the Winnipeg Police Service. Bowers...

2h ago

Manitoba eyes new rules for motorists around town trucks, snowplows and cyclists

The Manitoba government is looking to set new rules for motorists who drive near snowplows, tow trucks and cyclists. A bill now before the legislature would require drivers to follow at least...

3h ago

Most Watched Today

2:06
Bombers and Jets fans excited for what’s ahead

Excitement is through the roof for Winnipeg Sports fans as the Blue Bombers officially clinched the West Division, and the Jets return home on an 8-game win streak. Neve Van Pelt reports.
3:01
Winnipeg Comiccon Day 3: Special Guest Interview

CityNews reporter Joanne Roberts sat down with Buffy the Vampire Slayer star, James Marsters, on the last day of Winnipeg Comiccon.
2:51
Relief at the pumps coming as Carney scraps consumer carbon tax

Canadians can expect to pay less for gas on April 1st as Mark Carney scraps the consumer carbon tax. But as Brandon Choghri explains, experts believe the relief at the pumps is only temporary.

24m ago

2:30
Poilievre doubles down on axing the tax

The Conservative Party is redoubling its messaging on the federal carbon tax. Days after the Liberal Party cancelled the consumer carbon tax, Pierre Poilievre says Tories would abolish the industrial tax as well.

1h ago

2:27
Trump threatens Iran over Houthi attacks

U.S President Donald Trump is threatening Iran with ‘dire’ consequences over Houthi attacks. As Erica Natividad explains, the warning comes as the U.S continued strikes on Yemen.

1h ago

More Videos