Two teenage boys were arrested in Prince George last week after a search warrant was executed.

Approximately 1.5 kilograms of suspected methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine were seized from a residence at Central Street East on May 26, according to a release from the RCMP. A loaded firearm was also seized.

Two boys, 14 and 17 year old, were arrested while allegedly in possession of a large quantity of illicit drugs.

They are from the Lower Mainland and known to police, according to the RCMP. They have been released to the Ministry of Children and Family Development and will appear in court later at a later date.

“During recent investigations, police have identified a trend of youth being recruited by organized crime groups, many of which are connected to the B.C. Gang Conflict, to commit offences on behalf of their organizations,” the release says.

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