The Moose Jaw Police Service arrested three people during a recent vehicle stop that produced a loaded firearm and various drugs.
The police conducted the traffic stop on Aug. 3 at 7:45 a.m. in the 1000 block of Athabasca Street East. During the inspection, police allegedly saw a firearm in the back seat, and then placed two adult males and one adult female under arrest.
Police acquired a search warrant for the vehicle. According to a press release, police located a loaded firearm and ammunition inside. They also seized 29 grams of methamphetamine and Canadian currency; the meth had a street value of $5,800.
During the investigation, police also executed a search warrant at a residence on the 1200 block of Ninth Avenue Northeast, the news release continued. Inside the residence, police say they found another firearm, more ammunition, and cocaine.
Police charged Randy Payton of Caronport with possession of methamphetamine for trafficking, proceeds of crime under $5,000, and numerous firearm-related offences.
Police also charged Christopher Waffle of Moose Jaw with possession of cocaine and numerous firearm-related offences.
An adult female from Regina was released without charges.
Police continue to investigate.
