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Keewaywin

Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(Keewaywin, ON) – Police arrested three people, including a Winnipeg man, after seizing cocaine and cash from a home in Keewaywin First Nation Friday.

Members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service’s Intelligence Unit and Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant at a residential address in Keewaywin First Nation in the morning hours of Friday, Jan. 31.

The warrant was obtained as a result of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking activity within the community of Keewaywin First Nation.

As a result of their search, police located and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, cash, and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.

Three suspects, including a male from Winnipeg, was located and arrested at the scene without incident.

Habte TEGEGNA, 26, of Winnipeg, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Kyler Kris KAKEKAGUMICK, 27, of Keewaywin First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

Lexus FROGG, 22, of Keewaywin First Nation, is charged with:

·         Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

·         Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000

FROGG and KAKEKAGUMICK were released with conditions and a future appearance date. TEGEGNA appeared in court for a bail hearing on Feb. 1 and was remanded into custody with a future appearance date.

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Haldimand County Police Press Releases

3 Arrested – Details Released

(HALDIMAND COUNTY, ON) – Three individuals were arrested after police observed a suspicious vehicle.

On January 31, 2025, at approximately 2:45 a.m., members of the Haldimand detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) located a suspicious vehicle parked at a business on Talbot Street, Cayuga.

Police spoke with the occupants and took them into custody.

As a result of the investigation, 20-year-old Kyle DECOURCEY and 28-year-old Courtney HIEBERT, both from Manvers Township have each been charged with the following offence:

  •  Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine

21-year-old Dakota MARKIE from Hamilton has been charged with the following offence:

  •  Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition

All three accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cayuga on March 18, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases West Nipissing

Genevieve GAGNE Was Arrested

(WEST NIPISSING, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested and charged one person with drug related offences.

On February 1, 2025, at approximately 3:40 p.m., the Nipissing West Detachment of the OPP responded to a person passed out in a vehicle, in a local parking lot on Front Street, West Nipissing.

Police conducted a wellness check on the individual and a search of the vehicle located drugs paraphernalia, along with drugs suspected to be amphetamines, cocaine, crack cocaine and methamphetamine.

As a result of the investigation, Genevieve GAGNE, 43 years-of-age, from West Nipissing, was arrested and charged with, possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – four counts

The accused was held for Bail Court and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on February 3, 2025, in North Bay.

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Another Drug Bust

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals have been charged as a result of a drug trafficking investigation conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 10:15 a.m. on Thursday, January 30, 2025, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, with assistance from the West Region OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, executed a search warrant at an address on Aberdeen Avenue in Delhi, Norfolk County, as part of a drug trafficking investigation.

After entering the residence on the property, officers took two individuals into custody without incident. A search of one of the individuals led to the discovery and seizure of suspected fentanyl.

During searches of the residence, property, and vehicle on-site, officers seized suspected fentanyl, hydromorphone, methadone, oxycodone, and Dilaudid, along with a prohibited weapon and Canadian currency. The sedan on the property was also seized.

Later, officers executed a search warrant at an address on Leslie Avenue in Port Dover, Norfolk County.

During searches of the residence, property, and vehicle on-site, officers seized suspected fentanyl, cocaine, methamphetamine, and ketamine, along with prohibited weapons, additional weapons, a replica handgun, and drug paraphernalia. The sedan on the property was also seized.

The estimated total value of the seized items exceeds $380,000.

33-year-old Sydney TONTSCH from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offence:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin).

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, March 4, 2025.

44-year-old Samuel PARK from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose (11 counts),
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order (six counts),
  • 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 – other drugs (three counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Fail to comply with Probation Order (23 counts).

The accused has been held in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Friday, January 31, 2025.

“The outstanding efforts of our CSCU team in this recent investigation, resulting in a significant arrest and major drug seizure, demonstrate their dedication and expertise. This success reflects our strong partnership with the community, united in a shared vision for safety and well-being. Well done!” Inspector Andy Tait, Norfolk County OPP Detachment Commander.

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Marmora and Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Names Released

(MARMORA AND LAKE TWP., ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit has arrested three people and seized illegal drugs in Marmora.

The investigation began in December 2024.

Street Crime Unit officers, assisted by members of the Central Hastings Detachment, executed a search warrant today (Friday, January 31, 2025), at an apartment on Bursthall Street.

Investigators seized more than 110-grams of suspected cocaine, suspected opioid-containing pills, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking. Three people were arrested at the scene.

Edward COLLINS, age 62 and Wendy FORD, age 51, both Marmora residents, are charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Possession of a schedule 1 substance
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

Austin HADWYN, age 25 of Chatham, Ontario is charged with failure to comply with a release order.

All three of the accused were held in custody, with bail hearings scheduled for today, January 31, 2025, before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville.

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Moosonee OPP Police Press Releases

$32,000 Drug Bust – Names Released

(MOOSONEE, ON) – Three individuals were arrested, and a significant quantity of suspected fentanyl was seized following an unwanted person call in Moosonee.

On Jan 28, 2025, at approximately 2:00 p.m., the James Bay Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a report of three unwanted persons inside a residence on Moose Drive. Officers located and arrested three individuals inside the home for trespassing. A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of approximately 80 grams of suspected fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $32,000, as well as approximately 130 grams of cannabis.

As a result of the investigation, Michael JOHNSON, 31 years old of Brampton, was charged with:

·        Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid – two counts

·        Obstruct a peace officer

·        Unlawfully in a dwelling house

·        Trespassing – fail to leave premises when directed

·        Possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on January 31, 2025.

Additionally, Leonard KOOSTACHIN,42 years old of Moosonee has been charged with:

·        Obstruct a peace officer

·        Failure to comply with release order

·        Failure to comply with probation order

This accused person was released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on March 11, 2025.

Tyler WABANO, 36 years old of Moosonee has been charged with:

·        Obstruct a peace officer

·        Trespassing – fail to leave premises when directed

This accused person was released and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Moosonee on March 11, 2025.

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Cobourg Police Service Police Press Releases

Weapon & Drug Bust – Details Released

Four arrests were made as a result of two Drug Search Warrants executed in the Town of Cobourg.

As part of an ongoing enhanced enforcement strategy targeting illegal drug activity affecting Northumberland County and the safety of our citizens, the Cobourg Police Service commenced an investigation into drug activity at 351 and 353 John Street in the Town of Cobourg. 

On Thursday, January 30, 2025, members of the Cobourg Police Service Criminal Investigations Bureau (CIB), with the assistance of the Port Hope Police CIB, Ontario Provincial Police Tactical Response Unit (TRU) and Emergency Response Team (ERT), Belleville Police K9, uniform officers and Special Constables, simultaneously executed two Controlled Drug and Substances Act search warrants at 351 and 353 John Street, Cobourg.

A subsequent search of the residence resulted in police locating and seizing the following:

  • Approximately 344.5 grams of fentanyl
  • Approximately 125 grams of cocaine
  • Approximately 46 grams of heroin
  • Approximately 3.5 grams of crystal methamphetamine
  • $2,852 Canadian currency
  • Four Crossbows
  • Several Imitation Firearms

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $240,625. The amount of fentanyl seized is equivalent to 3,445 potentially fatal doses.

As a result of the investigation, four persons were charged with the following offences:  

Cobourg residents Mark GORDON (36), Shauna WILSON (36), Kayla GIBSON (29) and Andrew PUFFER (39) are jointly charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine contrary
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

Mark GORDON and Shauna WILSON were jointly charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine
  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Produce a schedule I substance – opioid (other than heroin) contrary to section 7(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

Mark GORDON was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon contrary to prohibition order

Shauna WILSON was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon contrary to prohibition order

All four were held in custody for a bail hearing.

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Police Press Releases Windsor Police Service

$500,000 Drug Bust – Details Released

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The Windsor Police Service has arrested one suspect and seized over $500,000 in illegal drugs.

Earlier this month, the Windsor Police Drugs and Guns Enforcement Unit (DIGS) launched an investigation into a suspected drug trafficking ring with links to the Greater Toronto Area.

On January 29, 2025, with assistance from the Emergency Services Unit, officers located and arrested a 26-year-old man as he exited a vehicle in the 200 block of Watson Avenue. During a search of the suspect, officers seized 1,978 grams of cocaine, 988 grams of crystal methamphetamine, and 150 milliliters of codeine as well as $2,600 in cash and two cellular phones.

The DIGS Unit then obtained a search warrant for a nearby residence where trafficking was suspected to occur. A search of the home returned an additional 625 grams of crystal methamphetamine, 504 grams of fentanyl, and 9 grams of cocaine. Officers also recovered a Glock handgun magazine, 50 rounds of .38 caliber ammunition, 25 rounds of 9mm caliber ammunition, 21 rounds of .40 caliber ammunition, a digital scale, and drug packaging materials.

Police also executed a search warrant on the suspect’s vehicle and seized an additional 38 grams of cocaine.

The total value of drugs seized in the operation was $502,770.

Benyamin Al-Mehmodi, 26, has been charged with:

•             Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely cocaine (x 3)

•             Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely crystal methamphetamine (x 2)

•             Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, namely fentanyl

•             Failure to comply with a release order

“Through this investigation, we have taken a significant amount of illegal drugs off our streets,” said Inspector David DeLuca, who oversees the DIGS Unit. “I commend the work of our DIGS Unit for their ongoing commitment to keeping our communities safe.”

Anyone with information is asked to call the Windsor Police Service DIGS Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4361. They can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.

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Huron Middlesex OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust In Huron & Middlesex – Details Released

(HURON COUNTY / MIDDLESEX COUNTY, ON) – Two individuals are facing drug trafficking charges after search warrants were executed in Huron and Middlesex Counties.

On January 14, 2025, members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Huron-Perth Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the Elgin-Middlesex OPP CSCU, Brant-Oxford OPP CSCU, OPP Canine, OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), and Huron County OPP detachment executed search warrants at two locations; one at an address on Victoria Street West in Exeter, Huron County and the other on William Street in Lucan, Middlesex County.

The search warrants resulted in the seizure of just under $44,000 worth of illicit drugs, including suspected cocaine and opioids. Additionally, $16,290 in Canadian currency, and $170 in U.S. currency was seized. Other offence-related property valued at approximately $2,100 was seized as part of the investigation.

Cory DULEMBA, 46 years-of-age from South Huron, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

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

The accused was processed, and later released with a court appearance scheduled in the Ontario Court of Justice – Goderich on February 24, 2025.

Johnathan PARSONS, 40 years-of-age from Lucan-Biddulph Township, has been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with:

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

The accused was processed and held for a bail hearing where they were remanded into custody with a court appearance scheduled in the Ontario Court of Justice – London.

The OPP can be reached anytime, anywhere at 1-888-310-1122.

If you wish to remain anonymous you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or leave a secure web tip at P3tips.com where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2000. 

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Kirkland Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Justin BERTRAND Facing Numerous Charges

(KIRKLAND LAKE, ON) – An arson investigation leads to charges against one individual.

On January 18, 2025, at approximately 5:30 a.m., the Kirkland Lake Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a vehicle fire at a residence on Prince Street in Kirkland Lake. There were no injuries reported.

On January 22, 2025, at approximately 10:56 a.m., the suspect was arrested with the assistance of Timmins Police Service on Mountjoy Street South in Timmins.  The OPP seized a suspected amount of methamphetamine with an estimated street value of approximately $5,500 and a 12 gauge shotgun.

As a result of the investigation, Justin BERTRAND, 34 years-old, of Timmins was charged with the following:

  • Arson – damage to property
  • Arson – disregard for human life
  • Operation while prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Possession of explosive substance contrary to prohibition order
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order – six counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
  • Possession of a firearm knowing serial number has been tampered with
  • Possession of prohibited or restricted firearm with ammunition
  • Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Timmins on February 3, 2025.

The investigation is on-going. Further details will be released as they become available.

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Georgian Bluffs OPP Police Press Releases

3 Arrested At Traffic Stop – Details Relased

(GEORGIAN BLUFFS, ON) – On January 25, 2025, at approximately 3:05 p.m., a member of the Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) stopped to check a vehicle along Highway 21, Township of Georgian Bluffs.

The investigating officer confirmed that the driver of the vehicle was under a driver’s licence suspension, and subsequently placed under arrest. Further investigation resulted in the discovery of a quantity of suspected illicit drugs in the vehicle; two passengers were then also placed under arrest.

As a result of the traffic stop, three individuals now face charges.

Franklin THERBY, 38-years-old, of Saugeen Shores, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine, CDSA 5(2)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine, CDSA 4(1)
  • Fail to comply with probation, CC 733.1(1)
  • Driving while under suspension, HTA 53(1)
  • Possess unmarked cigarettes, TTA 29(2)

Sheena GALLAGHER, 42-years-old, of Saugeen Shores, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine, CDSA 5(2)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine, CDSA 4(1)

Neville ALEXANDER, 57-years-old, of Saugeen Shores, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine, CDSA 5(2)
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance – cocaine, CDSA 4(1)

The Grey Bruce 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) or submit a secure web-tip at www.cstip.ca, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Little Current OPP Police Press Releases

2 Arrested At Traffic Stop

(LITTLE CURRENT, ON) – Two people are facing charges after a traffic stop in the Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands (NEMI) Township.

On January 28, 2025, at approximately 4:00 a.m., the Manitoulin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were notified of an unattached plate on a passing vehicle by the Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR). Police initiated a traffic stop on Highway 6 in the NEMI Township, and further investigation resulted in the two occupants being arrested.

Additionally, police seized approximately 89g of suspected cocaine, with an estimated street value of $9,000, approximately 30g of suspected fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $9,000, approximately 60g of tobacco, and Canadian currency.

As a result, the driver, Arun SINGH, 25-years-old from Sudbury, was 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 – other drugs
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Drive vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Use plate not authorized for vehicle
  • Drive motor vehicle, no permit
  • Drive motor vehicle with open container of liquor

The passenger, Tuqur JONES, 27-years-old from Oshawa, was 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 – other drugs
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
  • Fail to comply with probation order
  • Consuming liquor in unauthorized place

Both accused remain in custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on January 29, 2025.

All OPP patrol vehicles are equipped with ALPR technology. ALPR has proven to be an effective way to increase the efficiency of discovering and conducting investigations related to both traffic and criminal offences. It does so by detecting licence plates that are linked to occurrences such as wanted or missing persons, stolen vehicles, stolen and unattached plates, suspended/prohibited drivers, vehicles associated with AMBER Alerts and other serious occurrences.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(ORILLIA, ON) – While conducting a theft and stolen property investigation, members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) made two arrests, resulting in the seizure of prohibited weapons and a large quantity of illicit drugs.

On January 20, 2025, several items and tools, including an automotive scanner, were reported stolen from an address in Orillia. On January 27, 2025, just before 1:00 pm, Orillia OPP responded to a call from a witness reporting that someone was trying to sell them stolen property. The witness reported knowing the original victim of the theft and could confirm that the serial number of the automotive scanner for sale matched that of the one stolen. Subsequently, officers engaged in a criminal investigation.

Just after 4:00 pm, officers staged near by as the witness met with the parties selling the items, and arrests were made. During this, officers also located a quantity of drugs and several prohibited weapons, which were seized from the accused. The investigation continued once back at the Orillia Detachment, which included assistance from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), as well as the Economic Crime & Corruption Unit (ECCU).

The following items were seized:

·      Over 45 grams of suspected Cocaine,

·      Over 100 grams of suspected Pink Fentanyl,

·      Over 40 tablets of Hydromorphone Tablets, and other various pills,

·      Functioning scales, cell phones, and other drug paraphernalia,

·      Numerous credit cards and identification documents, and

·      Over $1500 in Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, police have charged two parties.

Michael HART-PAYNE, 30-year-old of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x3

·      Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime

·      Possessing Counterfeit Money

·      Possession of a credit card

·      Possession of an Identity Document

·      Identity Theft

·      Fail to Comply with Probation Order x4

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose x2

·      Possession of a Prohibited Device or Ammunition x2

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x6

Michael CORRIVEAU, 30-year-old of Orillia, has been charged with the following:

·      Possession of Property Obtained by Crime x3

·      Trafficking in Property Obtained by Crime

·      Possessing Counterfeit Money

·      Possession of a Credit Card

·      Possession of an Identity Document

·      Identity Theft

·      Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking x6

Both accused were held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia for a bail hearing.

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OPP Police Press Releases Renfrew

Drug Bust – Names Released

(RENFREW, ON) – Four people are facing drug trafficking and other charges after search warrants were executed in Arnprior.

On January 24, 2025, four people were arrested and charged without incident.

As part of an ongoing investigation, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), the Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), the Emergency Response Team (ERT), and members of the Renfrew Detachment executed two search warrants on Friday, January 24, 2025, on Burwash Street in the Town of Arnprior.

A subsequent search of the residence and vehicle revealed nearly 28 grams of suspected cocaine, almost 20 pills of suspected trazadone, over four grams of crack cocaine, and over 210 grams of an unknown white powder (suspected cutting agent). Officers also seized a conducted energy weapon (taser), seven cell phones, debt lists, almost $280 in cash, and other items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Brandon MCCALLUM, age 42 from Arnprior was charged with:

·      Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – two counts

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Unauthorized possession of weapon

·      Failure to comply with release order – three counts

This accused was held for bail.

Archie JOLICOEUR, age 51 from Arnprior was charged with:

·      Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Unauthorized possession of weapon

·      Failure to comply with release order – two counts

This accused was held for bail.

Tim BOURQUE, age 41 and Courtney CLOUTHIER age 31, from Arnprior, were both charged with:

·      Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000

·      Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose

·      Unauthorized possession of weapon

Both of these accused were released and are scheduled to attend the Ontario court of Justice in Pembroke on March 5, 2025.

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Police Press Releases Sarnia Police Service

Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

The Sarnia Police Major Case Action Team (MCAT) regularly investigates drug trafficking within the City of Sarnia. 

On January 22, 2025, members of MCAT, supported by the SPS Emergency Response Team (ERT) and K9, executed two simultaneous search warrants under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.  One warrant was executed at a London Line Motel, and the second at a residence in the 200 block of London Road. 

During the warrant execution at the motel, police found two individuals inside (Krystal OWEN and Jesse KROM) and they were arrested without incident.  A search of the premises resulted in the seizure of:

  • 2.71 grams of fentanyl
  • 43 oxycodone pills
  • 203.29 grams of cocaine
  • 1 shotgun with a defaced serial number
  • 26 rounds of ammunition
  • $1,660 in cash

Upon entry to the London Road residence, a 15-year-old male youth from the GTA attempted to flee out the rear exit and was arrested after a brief foot pursuit.  In order to effect the arrest, use of a conducted energy weapon was necessary.  A search of the youth uncovered:

  • $4,435 in cash
  • 11 oxycodone pills

A subsequent search of the residence revealed:

  • A loaded Glock handgun
  • 132.56 grams of cocaine

The total street value of the drugs and cash seized is estimated at $47,073.50.

Charges:

Kristal OWEN, 43 years of Sarnia, and Jesse KROM 34 years, both of Sarnia, have been held for bail on multiple charges including:

  • Firearm-related offences
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking Schedule I substances
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000

A young person has also been charged with multiple offences and cannot be named pursuant to the Youth Criminal Justice Act.