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Two females from Fort Liard facing charges after liquor bust

Greg Hanna
By Greg Hanna

A large quantity of alcohol was seized by RCMP in Fort Liard 0n Friday, after the vehicle had travelled from British Columbia. 

Two females from Fort Liard have been charged with importing excess liquor under the Territorial Liquor Act. Both are set to appear in court in Fort Liard at a later date.

  • 20 bottles of Smirnoff Vodka (1.14 litre)
  • 1 bottles of Smirnoff Vodka (750 ml)
  • 1 bottle of Smirnoff Vodka (370 ml)
  • 3 bottles of “White Lightening” Vodka (370 ml)

If you have any information on this, contact the Fort Liard RCMP at 867-770-1111 or Crimestoppers online at www.nwtnutips.com.

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