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Three people were arrested for drug possession offenses in Willmar Monday.

On Monday, June 20, at 2:21 pm, the Willmar Police Department and the CEE-VI Drug and Gang Task Force responded to a complaint of possible drug dealing from a vehicle near the 300 block of 7th St. NW in Willmar. Law Enforcement observed a male in the vehicle.
The investigation led to a search of the motor vehicle which resulted in 24.6 grams of methamphetamine, scales, numerous small baggies and $1,500 dollars cash. The driver of the vehicle was arrested for 1st degree drug sale and drug possession within a public housing zone.
As part of the investigation, a search warrant was issued for an apartment related to the incident. Two additional people were arrested for drug related charges after additional methamphetamine and 26 suspected fentanyl pills bearing the “M-30” markings were located.