Nipawin RCMP locate methamphetamine and fentanyl during arrest of wanted male

October 20, 2026 - Nipawin, Saskatchewan
From: Saskatchewan RCMP

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On October 14, 2026, Nipawin RCMP were conducting proactive patrols, looking for a male known to be on a warrant. The male was wanted by Correctional Service Canada after his statutory release was revoked.

As part of their investigation, officers conducted a vehicle stop in Nipawin.

The wanted male was inside the vehicle and was arrested.

During his arrest, officers located and seized approximately five grams of methamphetamine, seven grams of fentanyl, a sum of cash and drug trafficking paraphernalia.

As a result of continued investigation, 43-year-old Alvin Thomas from Nipawin is charged with two counts, trafficking, Section 5(1), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and one count, possession of property obtained by crime.

He appeared in court in Carrot River on October 15, 2026.