Following the search of a Corner Brook residence on Jan. 13, a 45-year-old woman was arrested and is facing drug charges. 

As a result of an ongoing investigation, she was arrested at the home. Inside the home, officers located and seized the following items:

• Approximately 2 ounces of cocaine, which was pre-packaged for street-level sales
• Quantities of suspected opioids
• Drug paraphernalia and items consistent with drug trafficking
• A prohibited device (stun gun)
• Concealed knives

The woman was released today on a number of conditions and is set to appear in court at a later date where she will face the following charges:

• Possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine
• Possession of a prohibited weapon
• Obstructing a police officer

The investigation is continuing with further charges possible.