Theft investigation leads to arrest, drug seizure near Gravelbourg

Two people are facing multiple charges following a theft that occurred near Gravelbourg on June 18.

Gravelbourg RCMP received the report around 12 p.m. and determined through investigation that tools and equipment had been stolen from a rural property near the town, according to an update from RCMP on Tuesday.

Officers continued their investigation the next day and went to the residence, where they arrested a woman, 40, from Lafleche, for failing to comply with an undertaking.

A 41-year-old man, also from Lafleche, who was wanted on a warrant for failing to attend court was also found at the home and taken into custody.

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Officers say a search of the property and a vehicle led to the recovery of several items reported stolen in the earlier theft.

Officers also seized about 21 grams of methamphetamine, 26 grams of cocaine and what police described as edged weapons. A small amount of cocaine was also found on the man at the scene.

The man was charged with one count of possession of cocaine.

The woman is facing a total of eight charges, including failure to comply, possession of property, a weapon, drugs and breaking and entering.

The woman has already appeared in court on June 22, and the man is scheduled for his court appearance on Aug. 13.

Gravelbourg, Sask. is located about 186 kilometres southwest of Regina.