Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP arrested and charged 55-year-old Kevin Parsons after executing a search warrant authorized under the Controlled Drugs and Substance Act at his residence in Port aux Basques on Thursday, October 12, 2023, as part of an ongoing investigation.
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP, with assistance from Police Dog Services Central, searched the home and located a quantity of cocaine, cash, and other material indicative of drug trafficking.
Parsons is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, possession of cocaine and unsafe storage of ammunition. He is set to appear in court at a later date. A second person arrested at the time of the search was released without charge.
The investigation is continuing.
Channel-Port aux Basques RCMP thanks the public for their assistance and reminds residents to continue to report suspected drug trafficking by calling 709-695-2149. Anonymity is guaranteed. You can also contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), visit www.nlcrimestoppers.com or use the P3Tips app. #SayItHere