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Drug trafficking charges for Edmonton man caught fleeing crash

RCMP charge Edmonton man caught fleeing the scene of a high speed collision in Lloydminster. File / Global News

LLOYDMINSTER, Sask. – RCMP have charged an Edmonton man after he was caught fleeing the scene of a high speed collision in Lloydminster.

Early Thursday morning, RCMP were called to a three vehicle crash in the 4600 block of 54 Avenue.

A preliminary investigation revealed that a Dodge truck had been travelling at a high rate of speed in the residential area. The truck passed a vehicle causing a minor collision, then struck a second vehicle.

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No injuries were reported.

Witnesses pointed out the offending driver, who began to flee when police arrived. After a short food pursuit, he was taken into custody.

A police dog searched the area and discovered evidence believed to be discarded by the fleeing suspect.

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Shane Robert Comeau, 31, been charged with several offences including dangerous driving, failing to remain, obstruction and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.

He was released after posting $6,500 bail and is bound by several conditions including to not be in Lloydminster except for his court appearances.

Comeau’s next court appearance is scheduled for October 15.

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