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:
- Chemical odors such as solvents, acids, cat urine, licorice or skunk;
- The windows are covered or curtains always drawn;
- The occupants are unfriendly and appear secretive about their activities. They display paranoid or odd behavior e.g. watching cars suspiciously as they drive by;
- Inconsistent activity e.g. the occupants are always home or never home;
- There are frequent visitors, at odd hours, for short periods of time. They may park away from the house with one person waiting in the car;
- The house or premises have been outfitted with expensive security. "Beware of Dog" or "Guard Dog on Duty" signs are used to deter trespassing, protect against theft and avoid detection;
- The garbage contains chemical containers, bottles, metal drums, pots, wiring, soil or PVC piping. Boxes and containers with labels removed or spray-painted over;
- The occupants set out their garbage in another neighbor’s collection area or wait for the arrival of the garbage truck before bringing their garbage to the curb;
- The occupants never put out any garbage for pick up.
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
Released by
Coquitlam RCMP Media Relations
Office: (604) 945-1580
Email:
coquitlam_media@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
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