Manitoba RCMP say they’ve intercepted more than $222,000 in cocaine that was destined for Bunibonibee Cree Nation.

Officers were called to the Thompson airport Monday morning to investigate a suspicious package.

Police said the item being shipped was a TV that contained four tightly wrapped packages inside, containing 446 grams of cocaine.

A 55-year-old woman from Bunibonibee has been arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.

RCMP continue to investigate.

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