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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 ā€œM-30ā€ markings were located.