Search warrant executed in Hay River with support from G Division specialized units

October 16, 2026 - Hay River, Northwest Territories
From: Northwest Territories RCMP

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A search warrant was executed early on Thursday morning with support from the Hay River RCMP, and multiple specialized units, as part of an ongoing effort to target the illicit drug trade.

Early in the morning of October 15, 2026, the Hay River RCMP, assisted by Emergency Response Teams from G and K Division RCMP, K Division RCMP Police Dog Services and a Remotely Piloted Aircraft System Pilot, executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act search warrant at a local residence on Fir Crescent.

The G Division RCMP Tactical Armoured Vehicle was also deployed.

During the search, the RCMP seized a small amount of suspected crack cocaine, along with drug paraphernalia.

Two persons, a 43-year-old male and a 68-year-old female, were taken into custody. The female suspect has been released.

The 43-year-old male, Clayton Lennie, has been charged with Possession of weapon contrary to order, pursuant to section 117.01 of the Criminal Code. He has been released until his next court appearance.

The investigation is ongoing.

The Hay River RCMP is committed to continuing to crack down on the illicit drug trade and thanks the community and local leaders for their support.

Anyone with information on suspicious activity is asked to report it to the Hay River RCMP at 867-874-1111 or Crime Stoppers at https://p3tips.com

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