Strathmore RCMP received information on March 22nd that a local resident had been selling drugs to minors in the community. 

The Strathmore General Investigation Section (SGIS) began an investigation into the incident. The investigation identified several youths visiting the residence, observations of drug trafficking activity, and community members willing to assist in the investigation. Sufficient evidence was collected to substantiate a charge in relation to this investigation.

The person of interest was located in a vehicle by SGIS members on April 24, a traffic stop was initiated and an individual was arrested in relation to this matter and two outstanding warrants.

During the arrest, a quantity of what was believed to be cocaine and crack cocaine was found in their possession, the vehicle was towed and additional traffic violations were issued.

Staff Sergeant Mark Wielgosz the Detachment Commander of Strathmore RCMP appreciates the public effort and support to assist in this investigation.

“This investigation was treated as a priority in an effort to protect our youth and disrupt harmful activity in our community. I’d like to thank the community members who cooperated with our investigation which assisted in substantiating charges and led to an early intervention. This investigation is an outstanding example of collaboration between community and law enforcement to maintain public safety."

The subject was taken to Strathmore Detachment cells and was held for a bail hearing. 

As a result of this investigation, Jennifer Jordan, a 45-year-old Strathmore resident was charged with Unlawful Distribution of Cannabis to an Individual Under 18, and Unlawful Possession of a Controlled Substance. 

At the close of the hearing, Jordan was released to attend a future court date and bound by a number of release conditions, one of which prohibits persons under 18 who are not family members from being in her residence. 

The investigation is ongoing and further charges may result.
 

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