FREDERIC SERRE
The 1510 West

Almost two weeks after a joint operation by Montreal police and the Sûreté du Québec led to raids on three residences in the West Island and Vaudreuil-Dorion, netting illegal drugs, military-styled weapons, and the arrest of three individuals, investigators are still sifting through the evidence.

The raids by heavily armed SWAT units early May 30 took place in Dollard des Ormeaux, Pointe Claire and Vaudreuil-Dorion. Seized were 11 military-style weapons and 10,000 rounds of ammunition, as well as large quantities of drugs.

Three men – ages 33, 43 and 48 – face drug trafficking and firearms charges. As the investigation continues, all could face additional charges. While two remain behind bars, one suspect was released on a promise to comply with various conditions.

Police say the three men are suspected of belonging to a criminal network. Officers confiscated about 13,000 methamphetamine pills, 2 kilos of cocaine, 380 grams of crack cocaine and other narcotics.