(NORTH CARIBOU LAKE FIRST NATION) – One Individual is facing multiple charges after a routine checkpoint inspection in North Caribou Lake First Nation.
On February 25, 2024, the North Caribou Lake detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) worked in collaboration with the North Caribou Lake Checkpoint Guards to conduct a routine vehicle inspection.
The inspection, and subsequent investigation, has resulted in the arrest of one individual and the seizure of suspected illicit substances including cocaine, crack cocaine and pills. Two edged weapons and items associated with drug trafficking were also seized.
Florence MCKAY, 46-years-old, of Dryden has been charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with:
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
Florence MCKAY was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Provincial Court on April 25, 2024.