Kindersley RCMP lay several charges related to search warrant

On November 21, Kindersley RCMP executed a search warrant at a residence in Major, SK, as part of an ongoing investigation.

Officers located and seized approximately 216 grams of suspected methamphetamine, three firearms, ammunition and trafficking paraphernalia in the residence. An adult male was arrested at the residence.

41-year-old Willis William Kostiuk from Major, Saskatchewan, is charged with 23 charges, including possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of the proceeds of crime and possessing a firearm when prohibited.

Kostiuk was remanded into custody until his next scheduled court appearance on November 29, 2023.

"The Kindersley RCMP are pleased to make an arrest in relation to a recent rash of rural thefts and break and enters," stated Staff Sergeant Kevin Peterson.

"Due to the dedication and hard work from the members at the Kindersley RCMP Detachment, we were able to recover several items that we will be returning to their owners, remove several weapons from the community and make a drug arrest that will impact the local drug trade," Peterson went on to say.

If you need to report any suspicious activity in your community, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment by calling 306-463-4642 or their local police service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers by calling 1800-222-TIPS (8477) or submitting a tip online at www.saskcrimestoppers.com.

* For more information on the calls to service, please contact the Kindersley RCMP detachment.