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Kearney Drug Raid: Cocaine, Crack, Meth, Suboxone, LSD & Ecstasy Seized in OPP Warrant

(KEARNEY, ON) – One person was arrested on multiple drug trafficking offences following the execution of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant, resulting in the seizure of various illicit substances with an estimated street value of $22,000.

On Tuesday September 30, 2025, the North East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Almaguin Highlands Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), executed a search warrant at a residence on Echo Ridge Road in Kearney.

During the search, officers seized suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, ecstasy tablets, and suboxone. Police also recovered approximately $2,300 in Canadian currency, a pellet gun, a digital scale, and packaging materials.

As a result of the investigation, Jesse MCNAMARA, 31 years-of-age of Kearney, was arrested and charged with:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crack cocaine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – ecstasy

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – lisdexamfetamine

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – suboxone

·        Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of trafficking – lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD)

·        Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking – Lorazepam

·        Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

·        Failure to comply with release order

The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 30, 2025.

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Ashley Sheridan Was Arrested

(KEARNEY, ON) – One person is facing charges after The Almaguin Highlands Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop.

On May 10th, 2025, at approximately 7:30 p.m., the Almaguin Highlands OPP conducted a traffic stop on a vehicle failing to maintain its lane on Highway 518 East, in the Township of Perry. 

Further investigation resulted in the driver being arrested for impaired operation.

As a result, the driver, Ashley Sheridan, 39-years-old from Kearney, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sundridge on June 12, 2025.

The OPP wants to remind the public that if you suspect an impaired driver on our roads, waterways or trails, don’t hesitate to “MAKE THE CALL” and dial 911. Your phone call could save someone’s life.