LPS Arrest -- Credit LPS

By Dori Modney

Targeted traffic stop results in charges for Lethbridge man

Nov 19, 2021 | 10:44 AM

LETHBRIDGE, AB. — A 39 year old city man is facing weapons offences following a short term investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity.

In early November, the LPS Crime Suppression Team initiated an investigation in response to ongoing community concerns about drug trafficking by tenants of a Mayor Magrath hotel.

During the investigation officers witnessed drug trafficking activity from a specific room and on Nov. 18, and a warrant was obtained and executed. Three people were arrested without incident.

In addition, a targeted traffic stop was conducted on vehicle associated with the room and three additional subjects were taken into custody. A search of the room produced a revolver-style pellet gun, rifle-style pellet gun, body armour and a small quantity of fentanyl.

Weapons seizure — LPS

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During a search of the vehicle occupants, one man was found in possession of bear spray and a large machete was found on the floor of the vehicle.

Rodney Kesley Bottle, is charged with carrying a concealed weapon, possession of a prohibited weapon and knowingly possessing a prohibited weapon. He is scheduled to appear in court January 12, 2022.

Bottle is prohibited from attending the hotel in questions and possessing any weapons.