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Sask. RCMP charge woman in bootlegging investigation on dry reserve

Saskatchewan RCMP released this photo of alcohol they seized this past weekend during an investigation into possible bootlegging in Onion Lake Cree Nation. Saskatchewan RCMP / Supplied

REGINA – RCMP uncovered a large amount of bootleg booze on a dry reserve this past weekend in west-central Saskatchewan. During an investigation into possible bootlegging, officers searched a residence in Onion Lake Cree Nation on Aug. 22.

As a result, RCMP say a “significant” amount of alcohol was seized.

READ MORE: Sask. Mounties seize booze destined for northern communities

A 49-year-old woman, who is from the First Nation, has been charged under The Alcohol Gaming Regulation Act.

RCMP say the reserve is a dry community and they are committed to enforcing the laws and regulations in place.

Onion Lake Cree Nation is approximately 280 kilometres northwest of Saskatoon.

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