The Kelowna RCMP Drugs and Organized Crime Unit executed a series of search warrants on June 2 and 3 across Kelowna and West Kelowna
The execution of the warrants was the result of a months-long investigation.
The focus of the investigation was the dismantling of a drug trafficking network.
Over the two days, officers search five homes and seized about five kilograms of illicit drugs, $55,000, and an estimated $230,000 worth of high-end jewellery and luxury fashion items.
Police also seized four vehicles believed to be connected to the criminal activity.
RCMP also seized approximately 15 kilograms of a substance commonly used as a cutting agent to dilute fentanyl for street-level distribution.
As part of the investigation, three people were arrested and several others were detained.
All have since been released as the investigation continues.
“The success of this operation reflects the proactive, ongoing efforts of the Kelowna Drugs and Organized Crime Unit,” said Staff Sgt. Desmond Kiehlbauch. “We remain focused on disrupting mid- to high-level drug traffickers and organized crime groups to reduce the significant harm they cause in our community.”
The investigation remains ongoing.