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Drummond-North Elmsley OPP Police Press Releases

Skylar DUCHENE: Assault, Drugs, Etc.

 (DRUMMOND-NORTH ELMSLEY, ON) – The Lanark County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has laid charges following a single vehicle collision.

On February 23, 2025, at approximately 10:30 p.m., police spotted a vehicle stuck in a snowbank on Station Road in Drummond-North Elmsley Township. The driver was found to have an outstanding arrest warrant from an incident in Carleton Place on the February 14, 2025. A search of the vehicle located a firearm as well as several grams of suspected cocaine.

 Skylar DUCHENE, age 26 of no fixed address, has been charged with:

·      Assault                                                                                                    

·      Uttering threats

·      Mischief

·      Possession of a firearm

·      Possession of a firearm when prohibited

·      Trafficking of a Schedule I substance

The accused was released from custody following a bail hearing, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Perth on March 31, 2025  

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Kingsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust: Steve ENGLISH

(KINGSVILLE, ON) – One person has been charged with drug trafficking after a search warrant was executed in the Town of Kingsville.

On February 20, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Essex County Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) and the Lambton CSCU executed a search warrant on Sunset Avenue in Kingsville.

The search warrant resulted in a seizure of just under $9000, including suspected cocaine and opioids. Additionally, Canadian currency, U.S. currency and weapons were seized.

Steve ENGLISH, 61 years-of-age from Kingsville, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Criminal Code with:

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Opioid (other than heroin) – Two counts

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor on March 31, 2025, to speak to the charges. 

If you know of any information about illegal activity, feel free to contact investigators at 1-888-310-1122, or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Loyalist OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested In Bath!

(LOYALIST TWP, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has charged three people and seized illegal drugs in the Bath area of Loyalist Township.

An investigation resulted in search warrants being executed at two locations on Academy Street on Thursday, February 20, 2025, involving Street Crime Unit officers, the OPP Emergency Response Team and the Canine Unit. A total of four people were taken into custody.

Officers seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Brandy GALLAGHER, age 46 of Loyalist Township, Verold ROBINSON, age 67 of South Frontenac Township, and Cody THIBEAULT, age 38 of Loyalist Township are each charged with possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking.

GALLAGHER is additionally charged with trafficking in a Schedule 1 substance.

All three of the accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on April 22, 2025.

A fourth individual was released unconditionally, pending the outcome of the ongoing investigation.

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Area OPP OPP Police Press Releases Wellington

$85,000 Drug Bust: Christopher BAIRD

(WELLINGTON COUNTY, ON) – An investigation conducted by the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of Guelph BEAT (Break Enter and Auto Theft) Unit, results in the seizure of almost $85,000 worth of illegal drugs and offence-related property. One individual arrested and criminal charges have been laid.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 4:45 p.m., members of the Wellington County OPP CSCU conducted a traffic stop on a motor vehicle on 5th Line within Guelph-Eramosa Township – Wellington County, stemming from an extensive criminal investigation. The traffic stop resulted in one individual being taken into custody without incident. Police seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine and other offence-related property.

The following day, on February 20, 2025, the Wellington County OPP CSCU executed a search warrant on Argyll Street within the Town of Fergus and seized a quantity of suspected methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA), and other offence-related property.

The estimated street value of the illicit drugs is approximately $85,000, and other property estimated value to be $4,000.

As a result of the investigation, Christopher BAIRD, 34-year-old of Fergus, has been arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with the following:

  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking (three counts)

The accused was held in custody, pending a bail hearing, and has since been released and set to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice – Guelph on March 18, 2025.

The Wellington OPP is requesting anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS), where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust: Sky FOX

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – A driver was arrested and charged after vehicle stop in Elliot Lake.

On February 19, 2025, at approximately 11:45 p.m., the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped a known blue sports car with no plates on Farquhar Place in Elliot Lake. The driver had a suspended license and no vehicle documents could be provided to police. In addition, drug paraphernalia and suspected Fentanyl, Hydromorphine, and Cocaine was located inside the car. The driver was later assessed by an OPP Drug Recognition Evaluator (DRE) and subsequently charged.

Sky FOX, 30-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – Drugs
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (Fentanyl)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (Hydromorphine)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (Cocaine)
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon – two counts
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
  • Fail to apply for permit on becoming owner
  • Drive motor vehicle, no plates

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on March 13, 2025.

The OPP would like to remind the motoring public to drive sober; this includes drug consumption as well. Impairment by drugs is a crime under the Criminal Code and drivers are subject to the same penalties as those who are charged with driving while impaired by alcohol.  A charge of impairment by drugs involves all drugs, be it prescription, over-the-counter and those that are illegal. 

The OPP has highly trained DRE officers who are skilled in the detection and investigation of drug impaired drivers. Should you observe a suspected impaired driver, please dial 911 or contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122.

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Dryden OPP Police Press Releases

411 Pounds Of Weed Seized

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(DRYDEN, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) in Dryden have arrested and charged two individuals after recovering a stolen motor vehicle.

On Sunday, February 16th, 2025, at approximately 9:10 p.m., Dryden OPP were dispatched to investigate the theft of a commercial motor vehicle (CMV). The vehicle was located on Highway 17 in Revell Township, where two individuals were arrested for theft of a motor vehicle.

Following a search incident to arrest, police located suspected cocaine on the individuals. A further search of the CMV revealed a total of 410 vacuum sealed bags of illicit cannabis, with a total seized weight of 411 lbs.

As a result of the investigation, Parwinder PANDHER, 39-years-old of Brampton, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code, Cannabis Act, and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:

·      Possess, produce, sell, distribute or import anything with intention to use, produce, sell or distribute illicit cannabis

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

·      Failure to comply with undertaking x2

Taranjit GILL, 44-years-old of Brampton, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code, Cannabis Act, and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act offences:

·      Possess, produce, sell, distribute or import anything with intention to use, produce, sell or distribute illicit cannabis

·      Possession for the purpose of distributing

·      Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine

·      Failure to comply with undertaking

Both individuals were have been remanded into custody, and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Dryden on the 21st of February at 2:00 p.m.

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Amaranth OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust: Names Released

(AMARANTH, ON) – As a result of a traffic stop, members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in drug related offences.

On February 15, 2025, members of the Dufferin County OPP conducted a traffic stop for a motor vehicle on County Road 109 near County Road 12 in the Township of Amaranth. Upon identification and initial investigation, it was learned that the driver was in breach of a release condition and a search of the motor vehicle was conducted. As a result:

Cynthia PENA AVALOS, a 31-year-old from Toronto has been charged with:

  • Adult Failure to comply with undertaking- (2 counts)
  • Adult Obstruct Peace Officer
  • Adult Improper number plate light
  • Adult Fail to have insurance card
  • Adult Drive motor vehicle in contravention of conditions

Daniel OKUYA, a 24-year-old from Toronto have been charged with:

  • Adult Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Cocaine

The following items were seized:

  • 128g of Cocaine
  • Scale
  • Cellphone

The accused individuals are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville, to answer to the charges.

Anyone with information regarding this investigation or any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.

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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – Members of the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged two local residents with multiple drug and theft-related offenses following a police investigation.

On February 14, 2025, at approximately 6:30 p.m., Dufferin OPP officers responded to a theft at a grocery store on Broadway in the Town of Orangeville. The suspects had left the scene prior to police arrival. While patrolling the area, officers located the vehicle and suspects at a nearby gas station.

Upon speaking with the driver, officers observed the stolen groceries in the vehicle. Further investigation revealed a quantity of cocaine, fentanyl, and numerous break-and-enter tools.

David EDWARDS, a 34-year-old male, from Amaranth has been charged with:

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

•      Possession Break In Instruments

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

Scott LEMOS, a 38-year-old female, from Orangeville has been charged with

•      Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

•      Possession Break In Instruments

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

•      Poss of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

•      Fail to Comply with Probation Order

•      Theft Under $5000- SHOPLIFTING

Anyone with information regarding this investigation of any other criminal activity is asked to contact Dufferin OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You can also submit your information online at https://ontariocrimestoppers.ca/.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

Lance Shawana: Cocaine

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people are facing charges after a traffic stop on Highway 6 between Little Current and Sheguindah.

On February 13, 2025, at approximately 3:45 p.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were alerted to a possible suspended driver by the Automated Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system. Police conducted a traffic stop on Highway 6 in the Township of Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI). Furth investigation resulted in the driver and passenger being arrested.

Additionally, police seized approximately 17 grams of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $1,700.

As a result, the driver, Lance Shawana, 38-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The passenger, Amy ASSINEWAI, 42-years-old from Wikwemikong, was charged with possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine.

The two accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Gore Bay on April 1, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sioux Lookout

Kyler ACKEWANCE Was Arrested

(SIOUX LOOKOUT, ON) – Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) in Sioux Lookout have arrested and charged one individual with firearm and drug offences.

On February 6th, 2025, shortly after 1:00 p.m., members of the Sioux Lookout conducted a traffic stop on Drayton Road. The driver was placed under arrest and during a search incident to arrest, officers located suspected cocaine, and suspected crack cocaine on the individual. Police further located a firearm and ammunition inside of the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, Kyler ACKEWANCE, 32 years old of Hudson, Ontario, has been charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

·      Unauthorized possession of a firearm

·      Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

·      Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking, and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sioux Lookout on the 4th of March, 2025.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

4 Arrested In Drug Bust

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachments Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple drug and weapon related charges in an early morning search warrant execution in the City of Orillia.

On February 14, 2025, Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance from the Orillia Community Mobilization Unit (CMU) executed an early morning search warrant at a Fittons Road West address in the City of Orillia. Suspected drugs, cellular devices, and weapons were seized as part of the investigation.

As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:

·        5.5 grams Fentanyl

·        8 Hydromorphone pills

·        600 ml Methadone

·        4 LSD Tablets

·        Traces of Crack Cocaine

·        Bear Spray

·        1x .40 Calibre Bullet

·        Drug trafficking related paraphernalia/packaging

·        A cellular device

Susanne BRADY, 56 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

Katie WILLIAMS, 40 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession of Fentanyl

Ivy HENDERSON, 40 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Methadone

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Hydromorphone

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

Zachayre LEACH, 36 years old, of Orillia, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Methadone

·        Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

·        Breach of Probation x3

·        Resist Arrest

The first three accused were released and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on a future date. The fourth accused was held for a bail hearing.

Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Drug Bust – KUBASSEK & TIFFIN

(Prince Edward County, ON) – The East Region Community Street Crime Unit has arrested and charged two individuals with drug trafficking.

On Thursday January 30, 2025, at approximately 1:00 a.m., with the assistance of the East Region Tactics and Rescue Unit and Canine Unit, a search warrant was executed on Reichswald Court in Picton. As a result, two individuals were arrested, and officers seized suspected cocaine, suspected fentanyl and items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Riley KUBASSEK, age 27 and Danielle TIFFIN, age 26 both from Prince Edward County were each charged with two counts of possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking.

Both accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on March 19, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Temagami

Meth Bust – PALLISTER & KIRKEY

(TEMISKAMING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged two people with drug and firearms related offences after the execution of two search warrants in Temiskaming Shores. 

On February 12, 2025, members from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with assistance from the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), the Northeast Region Emergency Response Team (ERT), and the Temiskaming OPP Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a residence on Armstrong Street, New Liskeard. 

Then on February 13, 2025, OPP members from the CSCU, the Temiskaming OPP Crime Unit and Temiskaming OPP detachment executed an additional search warrant at a storage facility on Niven Street, in Haileybury. 

A search at both locations led to the seizure of drugs suspected to be fentanyl, methamphetamine, crystal methamphetamine, and crack cocaine with a total street value approximately $160000.00, along with a handgun, rifles, brass knuckles, air rifles, ammunition, a conducted energy weapon, cell phones, digital scales, and Canadian currency. 

As a result of the investigation, Daryl PALLISTER, 29-years-of-age, from New Liskeard, was arrested and charged with:  

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal Methamphetamine – two counts
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking- Opioid(fentanyl)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine Tablets
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Unauthorized possession of weapon -three counts
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Failure to comply with undertaking

A second person, Angelina KIRKEY, 20-years-of-age, from New Liskeard, was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Methamphetamine Tablets
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtained by crime
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Unauthorized possession of weapon -three counts
  • Breach of Recognizance

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on February 14, 2025. 

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OPP Ottawa Police Service Police Press Releases

2 Police Officers Taken To Hospital #Don’tDoDrugs

(Ottawa) – Two Ottawa Police officers were hospitalized after being exposed to fentanyl and crystal meth during separate arrests.

In the early hours of February 5, 2025, an Ottawa Police officer was taken to the hospital after being exposed to fentanyl during a traffic stop and subsequent arrest of a 36-year-old man on Esprit Drive. Fortunately, thanks to an immediate response, the officer has since been released from the hospital and is expected to make a full recovery.

Over 70 grams of Fentanyl and 146 grams of unknown white powder were seized. The man was charged with possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking.

Only three days later, an officer from the Ottawa Police East division seized crystal meth from a male he arrested and started feeling nauseous and lightheaded during the transportation. The officer pulled over and the sergeant following his police cruiser called for paramedics. This officer was also transported to the hospital, has since been released and is doing well.

These incidents highlight the life-threatening risk fentanyl and other drugs pose to first responders. It also clearly demonstrates how the risk associated to the drug has devasted communities across Canada leaving thousands of people mourning the loss of their loved ones to drug overdoses.

For resources and information on substance abuse and addiction, harm reduction and community tools and programs, visit stopoverdoseottawa.ca. 

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling Crime Stoppers toll-free at 1-800-222-8477 or at crimestoppers.ca. 

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(FORT FRANCES , ON) – Members of the Rainy River District Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged multiple individuals for drug related offences after conducting a traffic stop in the Town of Fort Frances.

On February 11, 2025, shortly after 10:30 p.m., officers from Rainy River District OPP (Fort Frances) conducted a traffic stop that led officers to enter a criminal investigation after police located a male in the vehicle who was breaching his release conditions.

Police conducted a further search of the vehicle and located items that led police to initiate a drug investigation of the motor vehicle and the occupants in the motor vehicle.

Police seized:

  • Approximately $3300.00 in Canadian Currency,
  • Approximately 24 grams of suspected Cocaine
  • Approximately 5 grams of Methamphetamine
  • Approximately 13 grams of Fentanyl

As a result of the investigation police have arrested and charged the following individuals:

GABRIEL TUESDAY – 33 year old male from Big Grassy First Nation

  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Section 145(5)(a) – Criminal Code – Breach of Release Order x 4
  • Section 354(1)(a) – Criminal Code- Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

Male was held for a bail hearing on the 12th of February 2025 and remanded to the Fort Frances Jail.

KAMRYN SINGLETON – 23 year old female from Couchiching First Nation

  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Section 354(1)(a) – Criminal Code- Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

Female was held for a bail hearing on the 12th of February 2025 and remanded to the Fort Frances Jail.

BRADLEY DUSTIN -54 year old male from Fort Frances. ON

  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Section 354(1)(a) – Criminal Code- Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

Male was held for a bail hearing on the 12th of February 2025 and released from custody by the courts.

REEVA CHEIFSON – 30 year old female from Fort Frances ON

  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Fentanyl
  • Section 5(2) – CDSA – Possession of Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
  • Section 354(1)(a) – Criminal Code- Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

Female was held for a bail hearing on the 12th of February 2025 and released from custody by the courts.

Members of the Rainy River District OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.p3tips.com/273