Police arrested three Saskatoon men following an investigation into cocaine trafficking.
The investigation by members of the Saskatoon integrated drug enforcement street team (SIDEST) was launched in May.
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A 20-year-old man was arrested on Tuesday after officers saw what they believed was a drug deal near a park on East Drive. He is now facing seven counts of cocaine trafficking and six counts of possession of the proceeds of crime.
Following the transaction in the Eastview neighbourhood, two traffic stops were made.
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SIDEST officials said a .40-calibre semi-automatic pistol was found in one vehicle and the driver was arrested. The 26-year-old man is facing seven firearm-related charges.
In the other vehicle, the 22-year-old driver was found to be in possession of individual baggies of cocaine and cash. He is facing charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and possession of the proceeds of crime.
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