RCMP-RNC JFO West execute search warrant in Corner Brook, one woman arrested

October 26, 2026 - Corner Brook, Newfoundland and Labrador
From: Newfoundland and Labrador RCMP

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Early Sunday morning, RCMP-RNC Joint Forces Operation (JFO) West searched a residence in Corner Brook and seized quantities of suspected cocaine, other illicit drugs, cash and items consistent with drug trafficking. A 46-year-old woman was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, possession of property obtained by crime and failure to comply with court-ordered conditions.

As part of an ongoing investigation, RCMP-RNC JFO West and RNC General Patrol Services attended a home in Corner Brook on Sunday, October 26 with a warrant to search the property, authorized under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

Inside the home, officers located and seized:

• Quantities of suspected cocaine and other illicit substances
• Cash
• Paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking activity 

Sandra Melissa Callahan, 46, was arrested without incident and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine), possession of property obtained by crime and failure to comply with a release order.

Callahan was held in custody to appear in provincial court on Monday, October 26. 

The investigation is continuing.

JFO West targets drug trafficking and organized crime on the west coast of the province. If you are a resident on the province’s west coast and you suspect there is drug trafficking in your neighbourhood, JFO West wants to talk with you. You can remain anonymous while speaking directly with a police officer by contacting the JFO West designated drug line at (709) 637-4221.     

Residents in other areas of the province are encouraged to contact their local police detachment to report illegal drug activities.

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