RCMP logo is shown in Edmonton, Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025. (THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson)
Two people from Souris, Manitoba, are facing drug trafficking charges following a significant RCMP seizure near Virden.
On June 24, officers with the Manitoba Integrated Law Enforcement Team conducted a traffic stop on Highway 1 at around 9:10 p.m., arresting a man and woman after seizing approximately 250 grams of cocaine, 500 grams of methamphetamine, and Canadian cash from their vehicle.
The arrests stem from a drug investigation that began in April 2025.
Shaun Dalke, 33, and Karlan Maginel, 31, are charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and methamphetamine. Dalke also faces a charge of possession of property obtained by crime. Both were released pending a future court appearance.
MILET @rcmpmb has arrested and charged 2 individuals with Possession for the purpose of trafficking drugs during a traffic stop near Virden. They were in possession of a quantity of drugs believed to be cocaine and methamphetamine. Read more here: https://t.co/Uyn5bLCz20 pic.twitter.com/TXymXmvgF8
— RCMP Manitoba (@rcmpmb) July 8, 2025
