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Seven Men Charged in Drug Investigation
On December 6, 2022, seven men were charged with multiple drug-related offences by the Public Prosecution Service of Canada following an extensive investigation.Seizure of Firearms and Drugs
The investigation led to the seizure of firearms, various illegal drugs, and 25 criminal charges, highlighting the extent of criminal activity.Guilty Plea from Hells Angels Member
On September 27, 2023, Courtney Lafreniere, a full-patch member of the Hells Angels Haney Chapter, pleaded guilty to Proceeds of Crime.Sentencing of Courtney Lafreniere
On February 29, 2024, Lafreniere was sentenced to three years in jail for possessing proceeds of crime over five thousand dollars and is remanded in custody.On December 6, 2022 seven (7) men were charged by the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC) with several drug-related offences. The investigation resulted in the seizure of firearms, various illegal drugs, and twenty-five (25) criminal charges against individuals, including a full-patch member of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club’s Haney Chapter.
Original media release – December 7, 2022
Updated media release – September 28, 2023
On September 27, 2023, Courtney Lafreniere, a 42-year-old male from Maple Ridge and a full-patch member of the Hells Angels Motorcycle Club pleaded guilty to Proceeds of Crime.
On February 29, 2024, Lafreniere was sentenced to three (3) years in jail for possess proceeds of crime exceeding five thousand dollars, knowing the proceeds were obtained by commission of an offence in Canada. He is remanded in custody.
Media Spokesperson: Staff Sergeant Lindsey Houghton
Cell: 778-290-3099
Email: Lindsey.Houghton@cfseu.bc.ca
