Clandestine laboratory dismantled in Coquitlam

Coquitlam

2022-07-20 09:06 PDT

File # 2022-18096

The Coquitlam RCMP are in the process of investigating a clandestine laboratory in Coquitlam B.C.

On July 15, 2022, Police Officers of the Coquitlam RCMP Detachment received an urgent request to assist Coquitlam Fire Services at a warehouse unit at 86 North Bend Street, Coquitlam. Upon discovery of a clandestine lab the Coquitlam RCMP Drugs and Organized Crime Unit utilized the expertise of the Federal RCMP Clandestine Laboratory Enforcement and Response Team, Forensic Identification Section, and Health Canada to dismantle the clandestine lab over a four-day period. Health Canada will analyze the seized material to identify the nature of the potential drugs. A 43-year-old man has been arrested and released and the RCMP are currently in the initial stages of this investigation. There is no further risk to public safety.

Possible clandestine lab signs to be aware of:

It is important for the public to be aware of the following signs of a potential clandestine laboratory in their neighborhood. Individually, the following signs may not be significant individually, however, if two or more are exhibited, there may be cause for concern:

The investigation is active and ongoing. Further details will be provided when they become available.

Appeal to the public;

Help from the public is important in the fight against illicit drugs and organized crime. Contact your local police if you have any information on drug-related clandestine activities or if you observe any signs of a clandestine laboratory.

If you have any information related to this investigation, please contact the Coquitlam RCMP at 604-945-1550 or if you wish to remain anonymous call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477.

Released by
Cst. Deanna Law
Media Relations Officer
Coquitlam RCMP
604-945-1580

 

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Coquitlam RCMP Media Relations

Office: (604) 945-1580

Email: coquitlam_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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