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RCMP arrest two local men during drug bust in Sooke last week

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Sooke RCMP have arrested two men following a drug bust last week.

At approximately 7:30 p.m. on April 11th, RCMP received a report of threats involving a firearm in the 6700-block of Sooke Road. 

Officers attended to the scene immediately, where two men were arrested on scene. 

During their search, officers seized a variety of weapons, cash, and numerous illicit drugs, including approximately 79 grams of suspected benzodiazepines, 30.5 grams of suspected methamphetamine and 17.6 grams of suspected fentanyl.

Sean Patrick Tierney and Jeremey Theodore Tinnion, both residents of Sooke, were arrested. 

25-year-old Tierney is charged with three counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking, while 33-year-old Tinnion is charged with possession of a controlled substance and possession of a prohibited weapon. 

Both individuals appeared in court on April 12th and remain in custody pending future court dates. 

Sooke RCMP remind the public if they witness anything they believe to be suspicious in nature to contact them at 250-642-5241. 

If you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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