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Report of suspicious activity leads to three arrests in Lethbridge

Nov 10, 2021 | 10:42 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB – Lethbridge Police have charged two people and arrested a third after seizing weapons and drugs following a report of suspicious activity late Monday.

On November 8, officers responded to a report of suspicious activity in an alley in the 2500 block of 13 Avenue North at around 11:30 p.m. Three people were arrested inside a detached garage and a small quantity of fentanyl and methamphetamine was seized, along with weapons.

Police say weapons seized included 11 throwing knives, plastic knuckles, bear spray and a pellet gun.

27-year-old Nevada Vander Meer, of Lethbridge, is charged with two counts of possession of a controlled substance and carrying a concealed weapon. Police say he also had 10 outstanding arrest warrants and was released from custody for a scheduled court appearance on November 26, 2021.

23-year-old Natasha Bree Smith, of Glenwood, is charged with possession of a controlled substance. She was released and is scheduled for a court appearance on February 17, 2022.

27-year-old Renee Star Oka, of Lethbridge, was also arrested on outstanding warrants and the LPS says further charges may be pending.