A 44-year-old woman is facing drug trafficking charges after police pulled her vehicle over on the Trans Canada in Doyles.
The woman, who was suspended from driving, was pulled over around 1:45 on Saturday morning.
A quantity of suspected cocaine, a prohibited weapon, and drug trafficking paraphernalia were found inside the vehicle.
A blood sample was taken at the hospital in Port aux Basques to determine if charges of impaired driving are appropriate.
The accused was released to appear in court on charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking, unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon, resisting arrest and driving while suspended, among other weapons-related charges.
The woman’s vehicle was seized and impounded. The investigation continues.