By Josh Hall (Twitter: @Vancan19)

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Pair arrested in Red Deer after September search warrant

Oct 14, 2021 | 3:30 PM

Two men from Red Deer are facing several charges each following a search warrant at a Red Deer home last month.

RCMP say it was in September when members from Blackfalds RCMP launched a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) investigation in Red Deer.

On Sept. 30, Blackfalds members, with assistance from Red Deer detachment, and Police Dog Services, executed a search warrant at a residence in Red Deer’s Highland Green area.

The search results in the seizure of 2.5 ounces of fentanyl, 23 grams of methamphetamine, a quantity of morphine pills, five stolen bicycles, firearms and ammunition.

Kevin John Brown, 52, of Red Deer, is facing the following charges:

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· Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking (x3)

· Possession contrary to order (x3)

Following a judicial hearing, Kevin Brown was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on Oct. 28.

Calvin Howard Brown, 45, of Red Deer, was arrested on outstanding warrants, and is facing the following additional charges:

· Possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking

· Fail to comply with release order (x4)

Following a judicial hearing, Calvin Brown was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court on Oct. 28.

As this matter is now before the courts, no further information can be released.

“Blackfalds RCMP remain committed to reducing illegal drug activity and to ensure a safer community,” the detachment says.

If you have information on drug activity or any crime, please contact Blackfalds RCMP at 780-403-885-3333, or contact your local police. If you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), online at www.P3Tips.com or by using the “P3 Tips” app available through the Apple App or Google Play Store.