Man wanted in RCMP-led CBSA drug trafficking investigation arrested in Winnipeg

A Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) patch is seen on an officer. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jeff McIntosh

By News Staff

Posted July 30, 2026 11:07 am.

Winnipeg police say a man was arrested this week in a Canada Border Services Agency drug trafficking investigation led by the RCMP.

The Winnipeg Police Service says the 37-year-old was arrested Tuesday at a home in the Peguis neighbourhood after being notified by RCMP.

Officers moved in shortly before 10 p.m., arrested the man, and allegedly seized a small amount of what they believe is cocaine from him.

After the arrest, police searched a home on Goodfellow Way and seized a semi-automatic rifle and semi-automatic shotgun – both with obliterated serial numbers – ammunition, cocaine and $150,000 in cash.

Christopher Athwal was charged with firearm and drug offences. He was detained in custody. The allegations against him have not been tested in court.

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