Nova Scotia RCMP say three people have been charged after police executed a search warrant at a cannabis storefront on Post Road in Antigonish County on Friday.
Police say that as a result of the search, a large quantity of cannabis, cash and documents were seized.
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The three employees working at the store were arrested at the scene without incident.
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The Mounties say a 52-year-old woman and a 39-year-old-man, both from Antigonish, N.S., are facing one count each of possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling.
A third person was released without charge.
The man and woman, who have not been named, are scheduled to appear in court in Antigonish Provincial Court on May 15.
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RCMP say their investigation is ongoing and more charges may be laid.
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