Attempted traffic stop leads to drug and weapon seizure

A vehicle that refused to stop for police in Kelowna was later found with suspected illicit drugs and a shotgun.

On April 23, 2021 just before 4:00 a.m., a Kelowna RCMP officer attempted to stop a vehicle near the intersection of Casorso Road and Lanfranco Road after witnessing it not stopping at a stop sign. The vehicle refused to stop and was located a short time later abandoned in the 1300-block of Ladner Road.

“Prior to being towed, the vehicle was examined by police, who seized a large amount of suspected illicit drugs, drug trafficking paraphernalia, and a shotgun,” Cpl. Jocelyn Noseworthy said.

No charges have been laid in the case, and the investigation is ongoing.