Pelican Narrows RCMP Seize Guns and Drugs, Two People Charged

Community Safety Alert – Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan

On June 30, 2026, Pelican Narrows RCMP responded to a report of a person allegedly being held against their will in a residence in Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan. Officers attended the home and identified an adult male suspect who is accused of assaulting an individual and preventing them from leaving. The victim reported injuries that were not life-threatening.

During the response and subsequent investigation, officers seized multiple firearms, an imitation firearm, illicit drugs, cash, and drug trafficking equipment from the residence. A 36-year-old man and a 32-year-old woman, both from Pelican Narrows, were arrested and are now facing numerous drug and firearms-related charges. They appeared in Prince Albert Provincial Court on July 2, 2026.

Official RCMP Incident Details

According to the official RCMP release, officers attended a residence in Pelican Narrows on June 30 after receiving a report of an individual being forcibly confined. Police determined that:

• An adult male allegedly assaulted an individual inside the residence.
• The victim reported non-life-threatening injuries to police.
• The victim reported being prevented from leaving the residence (unlawful confinement).

Further investigation led RCMP to seize the following items from the residence:

• Two firearms
• One imitation firearm
• Ammunition
• Approximately 40 grams of crystal methamphetamine
• A small quantity of fentanyl
• Cash
• Drug trafficking paraphernalia

During the arrest, police report that the male suspect assaulted an officer and attempted to flee, but was unsuccessful. The officer did not sustain serious injuries.

In the context of this incident, residents who want to better understand local risk levels can review Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan crime statistics and safety data to see how drug and weapons offences are affecting their community over time.

Accused Persons and Charges

Accused: 36-year-old Colin Ballantyne and 32-year-old Alyson Custer, both from Pelican Narrows, Saskatchewan.

Both accused are charged with the following offences:

• One count – Possession for the purpose of trafficking (fentanyl), Section 5(2), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
• One count – Possession for the purpose of trafficking (methamphetamine), Section 5(2), Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
• Two counts – Careless storage of a firearm, Section 86(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Unsafe storage of a firearm, Section 86(2), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, Section 88(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Carry a concealed weapon, Section 90(1), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Possession of a firearm without a licence, Section 91(1), Criminal Code
• One count – Possession of a prohibited weapon with ammunition, Section 95(1), Criminal Code
• One count – Possession of the proceeds of crime under $5,000, Section 354(1)(a), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Removing a serial number on a firearm, Section 108(1)(a), Criminal Code

Additional charges for Colin Ballantyne:

• One count – Assault, Section 266, Criminal Code
• One count – Unlawful confinement, Section 279, Criminal Code
• One count – Assault peace officer, Section 270(2), Criminal Code
• One count – Resist peace officer, Section 129(a), Criminal Code
• Two counts – Possession of a firearm knowing its possession is unauthorized, Section 92(1), Criminal Code
• Three counts – Possession of a firearm while prohibited, Section 117.01(1), Criminal Code

Police state that both accused appeared in Prince Albert Provincial Court on July 2, 2026, under Information numbers 90564275, 90564276, 90573718, and 90573719.

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case highlights how illicit drugs such as crystal meth and fentanyl often intersect with firearms offences and violence in smaller communities like Pelican Narrows. Allegations of confinement, assault, and weapons trafficking in a residential setting create significant risk not only for victims and officers, but also for neighbours and surrounding families.

For residents across Saskatchewan, staying informed about local trends in drug trafficking and weapons crime is an important part of personal and community safety. If you observe suspected drug dealing, illicit firearms, or individuals being threatened, confined, or prevented from leaving a location, contact your local police or RCMP detachment immediately. Anonymous tips can also be provided through Crime Stoppers where available in your area. Prompt reporting helps disrupt dangerous activity before it escalates and supports safer streets, homes, and shared spaces.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the saskatchewan community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.