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By Mike Vanden Bosch

Tip leads to drug seizure

Citizen’s tip leads to drug seizure at Chilliwack home

Mar 12, 2026 | 11:00 AM

CHILLIWACK — Police in Chilliwack say a citizen’s tip about unusual foot traffic at a home on Cleveland Avenue has led to a multi-day investigation culminating in a significant drug seizure of meth, fentanyl and more earlier this month.

Chilliwack RCMP spokesperson Corporal Carmen Kiener says frontline members were called to a home on Cleveland Avenue on Wednesday, Feb. 25 following a report from a concerned citizen of abnormally high volume of foot traffic to and from the property.

When RCMP frontline officers initially arrived, they witnessed activity consistent with potential drug‑related activity.

The Property Target Team (PTT) took control of the investigation and observed indicators of drug trafficking at the residence over several days. Some individuals were seen leaving the residence and heading toward another nearby location known for frequent open drug use, suggesting the property may have been contributing to ongoing drug‑related activity in the area.

On Thursday, March 5, 2026, PTT members teamed up with with the Chilliwack Drug Section frontline officers to execute search warrants at the residence and associated buildings.

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During the execution of the warrants, 17 individuals were detained, removed from the property, and identified as being known to the police. Inside the residence, police located the following:

• Trafficking‑level quantities of suspected fentanyl
• Trafficking‑level quantities of suspected methamphetamine
• Trafficking‑level quantities of suspected fentanyl cocaine
• Approximately $5,500 in Canadian currency
• Imitation firearms
• Ammunition

The Chilliwack RCMP has worked with the City of Chilliwack Bylaw Enforcement to prevent continued criminal activity on this property. Chilliwack Bylaw officers conducted an assessment of the structures and have since posted a “No-Occupancy Notice” on the residence.

“We’d like to remind residents that your vigilance plays an important role in keeping our neighbourhoods safe.” says Cpl. Carmen Kiener, spokesperson for the Chilliwack RCMP “This is a prime example of how reporting suspicious activity can provide valuable leads that help prevent crime and support ongoing investigations. Timely information from the public can assist investigators in identifying patterns, responding effectively, and addressing crime in our communities.”