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Thompson, Man., cops seize cash, bear spray in Pisew Falls traffic stop

Cash seized by RCMP in Thompson, Man. Manitoba RCMP

A duo from Thompson, Man., face a number of charges after an early morning traffic stop on Highway 6 near Pisew Falls.

Thompson RCMP said a vehicle was pulled over around 2:50 a.m. Wednesday, resulting in the seizure of a large amount of cash — believed to have been the proceeds of crime — and a can of bear spray.

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A 32-year-old man and a 19-year-old woman have each been charged with possessing proceeds of property obtained by crime and possession of a weapon.

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The man also faces a Highway Traffic Act charge of driving while disqualified.

Thompson police continue to investigate.

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