A significant joint police operation in east-central Saskatchewan has led to a major drug and firearms seizure and the arrest of a 29-year-old man now facing a slew of charges.
Joint Operation Uncovers Kilograms of Drugs
On December 9, 2025, the Saskatchewan RCMP and the Prince Albert Police Service executed a search warrant at a residence in the community of Peesane, located east of Melfort. The raid was the culmination of a coordinated investigation targeting illicit drug trafficking in the region.
The search yielded a substantial haul of illegal substances. Police confiscated approximately 3.9 kilograms of cocaine and 4.8 kilograms of methamphetamine. The combined weight of the seized narcotics totals nearly 8.7 kilograms.
Firearms and Cash Seized in Raid
Beyond the drugs, officers discovered a dangerous arsenal of weapons within the home. The seized firearms included:
- A loaded handgun
- Two sawed-off firearms
- An assault-style firearm
- Various rounds of ammunition
Police also found $50,000 in cash and equipment consistent with drug trafficking operations.
Arrest Leads to Additional Charges
Following the search, investigators arrested Triston Lundgren, 29, of Tisdale, at a business location in Prince Albert. A search of his vehicle at the time of arrest led to the discovery of additional controlled substances, including crack cocaine, cocaine, and ecstasy. Another loaded handgun was also seized from the vehicle.
Lundgren now faces a total of 25 criminal charges related to the bust. The charges against him include:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking
- Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000
- Multiple counts of possessing unauthorized and restricted firearms
- Possessing a firearm with a tampered serial number
Lundgren made his first court appearance on these charges in Melfort on December 11.
Police Highlight Importance of Collaboration
Prince Albert Police Service Inspector Craig Mushka praised the joint effort between the two police services. He stated that the investigation underscores the critical value of inter-agency cooperation in combating serious crime.
“Their coordinated efforts have made a meaningful impact on public safety in our community and the surrounding region,” Insp. Mushka said in a released statement.
The successful operation removed a significant quantity of dangerous drugs and illegal weapons from Saskatchewan communities, demonstrating the ongoing efforts of law enforcement to target organized crime and drug distribution networks.
