RCMP announce multiple drug lab busts in Richmond, nets 6 arrests | Vancouver Sun

On Oct. 28, 2020 Richmond RCMP Organized Crime Unit executed multiple search warrants to locations suspected to be clandestine labs, resulting in the arrests of 6 individuals. The RCMP have been investigating the group responsible for the alleged laboratories. The searches at the three properties yielded significant amounts of illicit street drugs, pill presses, and firearms. Clandestine labs and the illegal manufacturing of illicit drugs pose a significant threat to public safety. Anyone with further information about this investigation or other criminal activity is asked to contact the Richmond RCMP at 604-278-1212, or if you wish to remain anonymous, Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or at www.solvecrime.ca. ___ About: Since 1912, the Vancouver Sun has cast a watchful eye on the events, issues and politics of the day – all with a unique West Coast perspective. Publishing Monday through Saturday in print and daily online at vancouversun.com, we are proud to be B.C.’s largest newsroom and are dedicated to telling the stories of our vibrant community. Connect with the Vancouver Sun Online: Visit vancouversun.com: https://vancouversun.com/ Subscribe to the Vancouver Sun: https://pages.postmedia.com/vancouver-sun/subscribe/ Find the Vancouver Sun on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/VancouverSun/ Follow the Vancouver Sun on Twitter: https://twitter.com/vancouversun Follow the Vancouver Sun on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thevancouversun/?hl=en