Portage la Prairie RCMP made several arrests while executing drug warrant this morning. At about 4:10 a.m., Portage la Prairie RCMP and the RCMP Emergency Response Team executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act warrant on 9th Street NW in Portage la Prairie.

Police seized six firearms, ammunition, cocaine, fentanyl, a ballistic vest and some Canadian currency from the residence. Five people in the home were taken into custody.

Two 20-year-old males from Winnipeg, a 23-year-old male and two 16-year-old males, all from Portage, were arrested and are facing a number of drug- and firearm-related charges.

The investigation continues.

Police add, those who produce and traffic illicit drugs destroy lives, homes and communities. The RCMP remains fully committed to enforcing laws against illicit drugs to their fullest extent.