The West Kelowna RCMP says two people were arrested Friday in connection with an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking.

The arrests were made as Mounties executed a search warrant at a home on Rutland Road, where they seized “various controlled substances, cash, and other evidence consistent with drug trafficking activities.”

“The residence had been identified as a problem property and, being situated directly across from Rutland Middle School, it has raised significant community safety concerns,” said Cpl Achtymichuk.

“While on scene, officers were approached by multiple residents who expressed their sincere appreciation for the police presence and actions.”

Police say a previous search warrant was executed on Dec. 11 at a home on Scott Crescent as part of the same investigation.

Mounties ask members of the public to report any drug trafficking or illegal weapons to police.