Edmonton man charged after allegedly selling drugs in Sherwood Park

The RCMP logo is seen in Surrey, B.C., on Thursday, March 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

By News Staff

Posted January 8, 2025 10:39 am.

Police say a 34-year-old Edmonton man who was allegedly selling drugs in Sherwood Park is facing trafficking charges.

Strathcona County RCMP says it began an investigation into the man in October.

On Nov. 19, Mounties say they arrested a suspect and executed a search warrant in Edmonton.

Eric Victor Beinert is facing charges including trafficking a controlled substance. He was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court Jan. 22.

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