Source: Royal Canadian Mounted Police
As part of an ongoing investigation by the RCMP General Investigation Section, 46-year-old Stewart Higdon was arrested on November 15, 2023, and is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.
With assistance from RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation West, Deer Lake RCMP and RCMP Traffic Services West, a traffic stop was conducted on the Trans-Canada Highway near Pasadena shortly after noon yesterday.
Approximately 60 grams of methamphetamine, $1000.00 cash and other evidence consistent with drug trafficking were located and seized.
Higdon was released from custody and is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine. He is set to appear in court on January 24, 2024.
RCMP NL continues to fulfill its mandate to protect public safety, enforce the law, and ensure the delivery of priority policing services in Newfoundland and Labrador.