On July 22, the Saskatoon RCMP Crime Reduction Team stopped a vehicle on Highway 16 and, after investigation, determined that the driver may be involved in drug trafficking.

The vehicle as well as a residence in Wadena were searched. Officers allegedly seized 262 grams of methamphetamine, 121 grams of heroin, a sum of currency, a handgun, four prohibited gun magazines, drug trafficking packaging, and a cutting agent.

33 year old Brett Wolfed Holte of Wadena is facing drug and weapon charges, as well as 6 counts, Fail to Comply with Release Order and 1 count, Possession of Property Obtained by Crime.

Holte has been remanded in custody until his next court appearance on Thursday in Saskatoon.

The Crime Reduction Team and the Wadena RCMP Detachment continue to investigate.