Vancouver cops crack down on marijuana store

The Vancouver Police Department executed a warrant on Weeds Glass and Gifts, located at 2916 West Fourth Ave, April 29. 

The investigation started in March due to public safety concerns, including a 15-year-old being hospitalized after allegedly buying edible products from the store, as well as other incidents involving young people, according to a VDP press release.

“Customers and staff at the store were identified and released pending further investigation. Our priority remains focusing on violent drug traffickers and those who prey on youth and the marginalized in our community,” the press release states. “However, these shops are all illegal and the VPD will continue to respond to concerns and take incremental steps to decide if further investigation or enforcement action is required. Officers have the ability to use their discretion and ensure that any police response is proportionate to the circumstances involved.”

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