The Sea to Sky RCMP has charged three men in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Whistler. In a press release, police said the operation known as Project E-NEWPORT began in the spring of 2023 and targeted organized crime in the community.
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In March 2024, officers raided suspected homes in Whistler and arrested four men. The operation involved the Whistler RCMP, Sea to Sky RCMP General Investigations Section (GIS), Squamish RCMP, Pemberton RCMP, the Integrated Emergency Response Team (IERT), and Police Dog Services (IPDS).
Three Face Charges
On December 10, 2024, police filed charges against three of the men, who were residents of Whistler at the time. The charges include:
Evan Stott, 29, was charged with four counts of trafficking a controlled substance under section 5(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA).
Edric Horne, 29, was charged with one count of possession for trafficking under section 5(2) of the CDSA.
Gavin Butler, 31, was charged with three counts of trafficking under section 5(1), one count of possession for trafficking under section 5(2), and one count of possession for export under section 6(2) of the CDSA.
The three men appeared in court on December 11, 2024.
Staff Sergeant Sascha Banks praised the investigation team’s work, highlighting their dedication to keeping Whistler safe. “Their professionalism and hard work resulted in these charges, and we will continue working with our community to ensure organized crime is not welcome here,” she said.
Police encourage anyone with information or concerns to contact the Whistler RCMP detachment at 604-932-3044 or visit them in person at 4315 Blackcomb Way.