IN early August, Abbotsford Police Department patrol officers began a drug trafficking investigation involving a residence in the 2300-block of Hemlock Street.

As the investigation progressed, Abbotsford Police’s Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began to assist.
On August 23, a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant was granted for the residence. Members of the Integrated Emergency Response Team (IERT), the Integrated Police Dog Services (IPDS) along with patrol and DEU officers executed the warrant.
During the search of the residence, a methamphetamine production lab was located inside. As a result, the RCMP’s Clandestine Lab Enforcement and Response Team was called in to assist.

Upon searching the residence, three kilograms of opioids and 7.4 kilograms of methamphetamine were seized from within the residence.

At this time, no arrests have been made. The investigation is in its early stages, with drug trafficking and production charges forthcoming, said police.

“What was most concerning at this location was that numerous children were living at this residence. The residence itself has been boarded up pending an inspection by the City to ensure that it’s safe to live in,” said Sgt. Paul Walker, Media Relations Officer.
Chief Constable Mike Serr said on Tuesday: “I am very proud of everyone who was part of this investigation. This team effort highlights that we will never stop holding those accountable who produce, import, and are involved in trafficking the highly toxic drugs on our streets.”

He added: “Tomorrow marks International Overdose Awareness Day, and we have witnessed many overdose deaths in our community. We must find ways to reduce illicit drug demand.”

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Abbotsford Police at 604-859-5225.