Strathmore RCMP have made another drug related arrest after a routine pull-over for speeding.

In the early morning on November 23rd RCMP pulled over a Chevy Silverado travelling east on Highway 1.

Through the officers interactions with the driver, 7.2 pounds of marijuana was discovered along with $2500.

The 7.2 lbs of Marijuana seized by Strathmore RCMP (Photo Courtesy of Strathmore RCMP)

A 53 year old man from Saskatchewan was arrested for Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking and will be in Strathmore Provincial Court January 5th.

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