Two individuals, 52-year-old Terrance Francis and 33-year-old Christine Williams, were arrested and charged by RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation (JFO) West at a traffic stop that was conducted on March 8, 2024.
On Friday, JFO WEST conducted a traffic stop in the community of Mt. Moriah and found that one of the four occupants, Terry Francis, had multiple outstanding warrants for his arrest. Evidence observed inside the vehicle led officers to initiate a drug investigation, which resulted in the seizure of more than an ounce of cocaine, approximately $7,500 in cash, a quantity of hydromorphone pills, and other items consistent with drug trafficking.
Francis is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and was held in custody. Williams is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and was released from custody. She is set to appear in court at a later date. Two other individuals were released without charge.
The investigation is continuing.
JFO West, which includes dedicated police officers from both the RCMP and RNC, targets drug trafficking and organized crime on the west coast of the province.
If you are a resident on the province's west coast and you suspect there is drug trafficking in your neighbourhood, JFO West wants to talk with you. You can remain anonymous while speaking directly with a police officer by contacting the JFO West designated drug line at (709) 637-4221.
Residents in other areas of the province are encouraged to contact their local police detachment to report illegal drug activities.