Piikani Nation RCMP has laid charges in connection to alleged drug trafficking, June 15, 2023. (Photo: Piikani Nation RCMP)

By David Opinko

Estimated $33K worth of drugs seized in Piikani Nation

Jun 16, 2023 | 2:32 PM

PIIKANI NATION, AB – The RCMP has laid charges against two people in connection to alleged drug trafficking.

On Thursday, June 15, 2023, officers with the Piikani Nation RCMP and RCMP Southern Alberta District Crime Reduction Unit say they executed a search warrant at a home on the First Nation.

The RCMP claims to have seized 101 grams of suspected fentanyl, 23 grams of suspected methamphetamine, four grams of suspected cocaine, an air soft hand gun, Canadian cash, and items consistent with drug trafficking.

“The estimated street value of the illicit drugs is believed to be $33,000,” reads a media release from Piikani Nation RCMP.

Nigel Lucas Big Weasel, 39, of the Piikani Nation, faces three counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking and one count each of possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and possession of property obtained by crime.

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Big Weasel remains in custody awaiting a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear in court on June 22, 2023.

Brent Milo White Cow, 33, of the Piikani Nation, has been charged with two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking.

White Cow was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court on August 3, 2023.

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