Norway House RCMP execute two search warrants in the community; seize a loaded shotgun, cash, drugs and more

April 17, 2020
Norway House, Manitoba

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Seized drugs, cash and personal items
Seized clothing and other items
Loaded shotgun, cash and more

On April 15, 2020, at approximately 12:15 pm Norway House RCMP executed search warrant at a residence on Seepeesik Road.

Officers seized cash, crack cocaine, powder cocaine as well as approximately $10,000 worth of brand new high-value personal items including electronics and clothing.

Joseph Muskego, 35, of Norway House Cree Nation, has been arrested and charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime, and two counts of Fail to Comply with Probation. He has been remanded into custody and will be appearing in court today.

Later that evening, at approximately 10:30 pm, Norway House RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence on Myrtle's Lane.

Officers seized cash, crack cocaine and a loaded shotgun.

Eight people were arrested at the house and four will be facing several charges.

RCMP continue to investigate.

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Contact information

Cpl. Julie Courchaine, Media Relations Officer
RCMP Media Relations
204-983-8497
Media.Relations.RCMP.Manitoba@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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