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OPP Orangeville Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Joshua Anderson TRUDEAU Arrested

(ORANGEVILLE, ON) – As a result of an ongoing police investigation, officers from the Dufferin Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) charged a local male with trafficking drugs.

On September 19, 2024, member of the Dufferin Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of Caledon CSCU, Central Region K-9 and Dufferin platoon members, executed a search warrant on Madison Avenue in the Town of Orangeville. As a result of the search, a local resident faces multiple drug related charges.

Joshua Anderson TRUDEAU, a 35-year-old from Orangeville has been charged with:

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

·      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 a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Opioid

·      Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Fentanyl

·      Traffick in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

·      Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

·      Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking (two counts)

As a result of the investigation the following was recovered:

·      62 grams of Cocaine

·      18 Hydromorphone Pills

·      4 grams Fentanyl

·      7 Acid Tabs

·      6 Morphine Pills

·      2.5 grams Methamphetamine

·      4.7 grams Psilocybin

·      $3485.00 Canadian Currency

·      2 Tasers

·      1 Long Rifle 22 caliber

·      2 Cell Phones

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

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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OPP Police Press Releases Thunder Bay

Drug Bust – Names Released

(THUNDER BAY, ON) – Enforcement earlier this month has resulted in two individuals facing drug trafficking charges and the seizure of more than $100,000 in Canadian currency, as well as quantities of suspected cocaine and suspected fentanyl.

On September 4, 2024, a search warrant was executed in Thunder Bay by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Joint Forces Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG), comprised of members of 20 police services, including Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS). The TBPS Emergency Tactical Unit assisted in coordinating the search warrant.

Police seized the following:

  • Approximately 18 grams of suspected fentanyl
  • Approximately 114 grams of suspected cocaine
  • More than $100,000 Canadian currency
  • Approximately $600 United States currency

As a result of the investigation, Kenloyd ALEXIS-ROBINSON, 26 years old, of Chateauguay, Quebec, has been arrested and charged under the Criminal Code (CC) and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) with the following five offences:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine – two counts
  • Trafficking cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

Kendra-Lynn TERGIE, 25 years old, of Thunder Bay has been charged with the following three offences contrary to the CCand CDSA:

  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000

The accused were remanded into custody and later released. They are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay on October 15, 2024.

The OPP would like to thank the Thunder Bay Police Service (TBPS) and Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) for their support of the PGNG program.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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OPP Police Press Releases Quinte West

Drug Bust – 3 Arrested

(QUINTE WEST, ON) – Three Quinte West residents face charges after a drug trafficking investigation

The investigation began earlier this summer and on Thursday, September 19, 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit, OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit, Emergency Response Team and Canine Unit executed a warrant on Scott Street in the City of Quinte West.   

Investigators located and seized over 140 grams of cocaine, and about 130 pills – including Oxycocet, morphine, hydromorphone and Lorazepam. Officers also seized cash and three weapons including a shotgun, a replica handgun and a Crossbow. Other drug paraphernalia and ammunition was also seized as part of the investigation.

Frederick TAYLOR, age 35 of Quinte West, has been charged with: 

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order – two counts
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-opioid – five counts
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the purpose of trafficking
  • Fail to comply with probation order

This accused was held for bail and will appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Belleville.

Jessica SAGRIFF, age 36 and Miranda-Lin VIAU, age 35, both of Quinte West, have each been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • Unauthorized possession of a firearm
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-Opioid – five counts
  • Possession of a Schedule IV substance for the Purpose of Trafficking

These two accused were released from custody and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Belleville at a later date. 

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Bruce Huron OPP Police Press Releases WFP

$123,000 Drug & Weapons Bust

(HURON COUNTY & SOUTH BRUCE, ON) – An investigation conducted by the Huron-Perth and Grey-Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crimes Unit (CSCU), West Region OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT), West Region OPP Bail Support Team, West Region OPP K-9 Unit and Huron County OPP detachment resulted in the seizure of illegal drugs, weapons, cash, and stolen property with a total value exceeding $123,000.

An investigation was initiated by members of the Huron County OPP detachment which led investigators to an address on Huron-Bruce Road.

On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, police attended the rural address and observed a newer model vehicle drive immediately into a farmer’s field, damaging crops as it tried to evade officers. The vehicle drove into a tree stump and caused heavy damage to the vehicle. The lone driver fled and was apprehended shortly after and arrested. The vehicle was confirmed to be stolen. A search of the path driven by the accused revealed a 9mm revolver and 9mm ammunition. A search of the vehicle following the arrest resulted in officers locating methamphetamine, $1,300 in Canadian currency, a prohibited knife, and a container of exploding rifle mix.

While officers were at the address, they observed a stolen vehicle and arrested a second person on the property. A search warrant was later executed for the property which resulted in the seizure of more weapons, stolen property and other offence-related items. Two individuals have been arrested and charged.

As a result of the investigation, police seized other items including a stolen enclosed trailer, stolen snowmobile, stolen pickup truck, crossbows, compound bows and ammunition.  

The combined estimated value of the recovered stolen vehicles and property is $117,000.

The combined estimated value of the seized drugs is $500.

The combined estimated value of the seized property, weapons and ammunition is $4,950.

Total Canadian currency seized is $1,300.  

Matthew CHARLTON, 40 years of age from South Bruce has been charged with:

  • Unauthorized possession of a restricted firearm,
  • Possession of a firearm, prohibited or restricted weapon obtain by crime,
  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Over $5000,
  • Possession of a firearm and ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (twenty counts),
  • Careless storage of firearm, weapon, prohibited device or ammunition,
  • Possession of a Prohibited Device – (two counts),
  • Dangerous Operation,
  • Driving while Prohibited,
  • Mischief over $5000,
  • Mischief under $5000,
  • Fail to Comply with Probation Order – (three counts),
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine.

The accused was processed and is being held for a bail hearing scheduled at the Goderich Ontario Court of Justice.

Vincent FITZSIMONS, 45 years of age from South Bruce has been charged with:

  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000,
  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number,
  • Altering/Destroying/Removing a vehicle identification number – (two counts),
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition,
  • Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (three counts).

Any person with information regarding this investigation is asked to contact Huron OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or (519) 482-1677. 

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit a web tip at “P3tips.com” where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Jan HOGENKAMP Arrested

(ORILLIA, ON) – Members of the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple drug trafficking related charges after a traffic complaint from the public lead officers into a drug investigation.

On September 17, 2024, just before 8 p.m., the Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) received a traffic complaint call from the public. This tip lead officers into a traffic stop on the vehicle. While conducting the traffic stop officers observed drugs and drug paraphernalia. The individual was taken into custody without incident and has been charged with multiple drug trafficking charges after a quantity of drugs and Canadian currency was seized.

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

  • 110 grams of cocaine.
  • 228 grams of fentanyl.
  • 1 cellphone
  • $55 dollars

Jan HOGENKAMP, 77 years old, of Mississauga, has been charged with:

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

·        Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Opioid

The accused was held and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on September 18, 2024, to answer to the charges.

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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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into drug trafficking, which involved the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 12:08 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU attended a location on Highway 3 in Simcoe, Norfolk County, where they arrested the driver of a vehicle on sufficient grounds related to drug trafficking offences.

Upon searching the individual, officers discovered and seized a quantity of Canadian and American currency.

Around 12:52 p.m., the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, supported by the West Region OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Oakwood Avenue in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

A search of the residence led to the discovery and seizure of a quantity of suspected cocaine and methyl​enedioxy​methamphetamine (MDMA), along with Canadian currency, drug paraphernalia, and a prohibited weapon.

Photographs of the seized items are attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 35-year-old Justin HASKETT of Norfolk County:

  • 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 over $5,000 – in Canada,
  • Unauthorized possession of a weapon.

The accused was held in custody until their bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

The investigation is ongoing, and police anticipate additional arrests. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

Chad THIBERT Was Arrested

(SUDBURY, ON) – One person was arrested and charged after a vehicle ran a stop sign in front of a marked cruiser.

On September 14, 2024, at approximately 5:40 p.m., the Nipissing West (Sudbury) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop with a vehicle, which failed to stop at a stop sign at Lavallee Road, in the City of Greater Sudbury.

The driver was arrested for impaired driving, then transported to the OPP detachment for further testing.

A search of the vehicle located a digital scale, and drugs suspected to be Methamphetamine.

As a result of the investigation, Chad THIBERT, 33 years-of-age, from Chelmsford, was charged with:

  • Operation while impaired – blood alcohol concentration (80 plus)
  • Operation while impaired – alcohol
  • Traffick in schedule I substance – Methamphetamines
  • Disobey stop sign – fail to stop
  • Driving while under suspension

The accused was release and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice on October 9, 2024, in Sudbury.

The driver was issued a 90-day Administrative Driver’s Licence Suspension and the vehicle was impounded for seven days.

The OPP would like to remind the public that if you see a possible impaired driver on our roadways, waterways, or trails, please “Make the Call,” and dial 9-1-1 as impaired driving never ends well, please plan a way to get home safely.

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Marathon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(MARATHON, ON) – On September 16th, 2024 at approximately 5:25 p.m., officers from the Marathon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were dispatched to a vehicle that was stuck along a bush road off Highway 17, outside of the Township of Marathon.

Throughout the interactions with the vehicle driver & passengers, a search of the vehicle was conducted which revealed suspected cocaine & methamphetamine pills. The officers on-scene then engaged the Marathon OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) who began assisting in the investigation.

Further, on September 17th, 2024 at approximately 2:41 a.m., officers from the Marathon OPP Detachment, along with the Marathon OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) conducted a search warrant on two residences within the Township of Marathon.

As a result of this investigation, the following illicit drugs were seized:

  • 320 Methamphetamine pills
  • 1110 Speed pills
  • 18 grams of Heroine
  • Over 2 pounds of Cocaine
  • $995.00 Canadian Currency

Lastly, between September 16th & 17th, three individuals from Marathon were arrested for drug offences.

Daniel Albert AUBE, 54, of Marathon, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

Rosalie McGRATH, 33, of Marathon, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

Kevina MULROONEY, 35, of Marathon, Ontario, was charged with:

  • Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada, contrary to the Criminal Code;
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Heroine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act;
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act

The first two accused were held in-custody for a bail hearing scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on September 17th, 2024.

The third accused was released to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on October 16th, 2024.

If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).

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Caledon OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Teddy FORDJOUR Arrested

(CALEDON, ON) – Members of the Caledon Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid charges in connection to a drug trafficking investigation.

Earlier this year, the Caledon OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) entered into a drug trafficking investigation in the Town of Caledon. On September 12, 2024, with the assistance of the Dufferin/Nottawasaga/Southern Georgian Bay CSCUs and Peel Regional Police, search warrants were executed at residences and vehicles in Caledon and Brampton. Police seized items including suspected cocaine, fentanyl, methamphetamine, as well as identity documents, credit cards, and currency.

As a result of the investigation, Teddy FORDJOUR, 33, of Brampton, was charged with:

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

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

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

• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

• Failure to comply with release order

• Possession of a credit card

• Possession of an identify document

• Fail to comply with probation order

• Traffic in Schedule I substance – Cocaine

The accused was held for a Bail Hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Orangeville.

If you suspect illegal activity in your neighbourhood, call 1-888-310-1122. You can also provide information anonymously by contacting Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.peelcrimestoppers.ca. When you contact Crime Stoppers, you stay anonymous, and you never have to testify.

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Brockville OPP Police Press Releases

2kg Meth & 2kg Cocaine Seized By Police

(BROCKVILLE, ON) – Two Brockville residents are facing drug trafficking-related charges after a two-month investigation.

In July 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP)-led Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) and Brockville Police Service began an investigation into drug trafficking in the Brockville area. On September 5, 2024, police executed a search warrant in Brockville and arrested two individuals.

As a result of the search warrant, the following items were seized:

  • Approximately two kilograms of suspected cocaine
  • Approximately two kilograms of suspected methamphetamine
  • Approximately 900g of suspected psilocybin
  • Approximately 160g of suspected fentanyl 
  • Approximately $19,000 cash
  • A prohibited weapon (spring loaded knife)

The drugs seized have an approximate street-value of over $575,000.

Michael DIBBLE, age 42 of Brockville has been charged with the following offences contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) and the Criminal Code (CC):

  • Possess Schedule I Substance (Cocaine) for the Purposes of Trafficking, 5(2) CDSA
  • Possess Schedule I Substance (MDMA) for the Purpose of Trafficking, 5(2) CDSA
  • Possess Schedule I Substance (Fentanyl) for the Purpose of Trafficking, 5(2) CDSA
  • Possess Schedule I Substance (Crystal Methamphetamine) for the Purpose of Trafficking, 5(2) CDSA
  • Possess Schedule III Substance (Psilocybin) for the Purpose of Trafficking, 5(2) CDSA
  • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5000, 355 (a) CC
  • Possession of a Weapon Contrary to a Prohibition order, 117.01(1) CC, four counts
  • Possession of a Prohibited Weapon, contrary to s. 92(2) CC
  • Trafficking Contraband Tobacco, contrary to s. 121.1 CC

Trafficking Contraband Tobacco, contrary to s. 121.1 CC

The accused was remanded into custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on September 19, 2024.

George PAPAGEORGIOU, age 45 of Brockville has been charged with the following offence under the CDSA:

  • Possess Schedule I Substance (MDMA) for the Purpose of Trafficking, 5(2)

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Brockville on October 18, 2024.

Anyone with any information about the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illegal drugs or firearms should contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.

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Fort Frances OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Names Released

(Fort Frances, ON) – The Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) in Fort Frances concluded an investigation with the arrest of two individuals and seizure of drugs, money and a vehicle.

In the summer of 2024, the Rainy River District Detachment Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) CSCU began a drug trafficking investigation in the Rainy River District. 

On September 6, 2024, at approximately 11:00 am, CSCU assisted by the Treaty Three Police Service and the OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau conducted a related traffic stop on Mill Road in the Town of Fort Frances. Two individuals were arrested and search warrants were executed on the vehicle and a hotel room which resulted in the seizure of over 200 grams of suspected cocaine, $680 in Canadian currency, as well as drug trafficking related equipment and a vehicle involved in the offence.

Lisa COUCH, 35-years-old from Fort Frances ON and Tyler McMAHON, 44-years-old from Atikokan ON, are jointly charged with possession of a Schedule I substance (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking, and possession of property obtained by crime under $5000.

Both accused were held for a bail hearing and have since been released from custody with a next appearance date scheduled for November 4, 2024, in Fort Frances. 

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Hwy 11 Drug Bust – Names Released

(ENGLEHART, ON) – Cocaine, drug paraphernalia and cell phones were seized during a traffic stop on Highway 11.

On September 11, 2024, at approximately 3:00 a.m., the North East Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with the assistance of the Kirkland Lake and Temiskaming Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) conducted a traffic stop on Highway 11, south of Englehart.

Three occupants of the vehicle were arrested for possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. During the investigation, officers seized drugs suspected to be cocaine, with an estimated street value of $18,000. Also seized were three cell phones, packaging and scales.

As a result of this investigation, Alexander ISHERWOOD 32-years-of-age of Swastika, Mark JAMIESON 35 years-of-age of Charlton, and Kyla KIPLING 27 years-of-age of Kirkland Lake, were arrested and charged with possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine.

All three accused persons were held in custody for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Haileybury on September 11, 2024.

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Collingwood OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(COLLINGWOOD, ON) – Members of the Collingwood and Blue Mountains Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) and the Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) have seized cocaine, fentanyl, a loaded handgun, and arrested and charged four people in relation to the execution of a search warrant in the early morning of September 12, 2024.

An investigation into trafficking of cocaine and fentanyl in the Collingwood area was commenced during the summer of 2024 by Collingwood and Blue Mountains OPP CSCU. As a result of the investigation, a search warrant was obtained for a residence on Katherine St, Collingwood. With the assistance of the OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU), Huronia West Detachment CSCU, OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and OPP Canine the warrant was executed at about 3:00am on September 12, 2024.

Police arrested five accused inside of the residence. Police also seized a loaded handgun, over 5.5 ounces of cocaine, 26 grams of fentanyl, 7 grams of psilocybin, three expandable batons, other evidence of drug trafficking including $855 Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation, the following persons have been charged with the following offences:

Christopher SABEAN, 48 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

·      knowledge of unauthorised possession of a firearm

·      Possession of a loaded Firearm

·      Possession of Firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With

·      Unauthorised possession of a Firearm

·      Possession of Prohibited ammunition or device – two counts

·      Possession of Firearm contrary to Prohibition Order

·      Failure to comply with Release Order

·      Possession of Proceeds of Crime

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

Jennifer McINTYRE, 32 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – Fentanyl

The accused was held for bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie.

April BYERS, 44 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

Tammy CARSON, 39 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

James THORNINGTON, 48 years of age, of Collingwood has been charged with:

·      Possession of Schedule 1 Substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

The accused Christopher SABEAN and Jenifer McINTYRE were held in custody bail to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie. The accused April BYERS, Tammy CARSON, and James THORNINGTON were released on an undertakings and are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Collingwood, on a future date.

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Essex OPP Police Press Releases

Another Drug Bust – Names Released

(ESSEX, ON) – On August 27, 2024, at approximately 11:04 p.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Essex Detachment was on patrol and conducted a traffic stop for a Highway Traffic Act offence on County Road 50 West in the community of Colchester in the Town of Essex.

As a result of the investigation, three individuals were taken into custody without incident. Police seized a quantity of illicit drugs including suspected fentanyl and cocaine.

Marc MIREAULT, 43-year-old of Amherstburg, has been arrested and charged with the following:

·        Obstruct Peace Officer S.129(a) CC

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) S.5(2) CDSA

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor at a later date.

Emma HANSON, 26-year-old of Amherstburg, has been arrested and charged with the following:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) S.5(2) CDSA

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor at a later date.

Nicole GUERARD, 44-year-old of Harrow, has been arrested and charged with the following:

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) S.5(2) CDSA

The accused has been released from police custody and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice – Windsor at a later date.

If you have information of any crime activity in the area, contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or *OPP (677) on your mobile phone. Your call could make our communities safer for all. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip online at www.catchcrooks.com where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Leamington OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(LEAMINGTON, ON) – On September 11, 2024, at approximately 12:06 a.m., a member of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Leamington Detachment was on patrol on Russell Street in the Municipality of Leamington and observed a suspicious vehicle with the engine running and two individuals appeared to be asleep inside.

The officer approached the vehicle and observed open alcohol and attempted the awake the occupants of the vehicle.

As a result of the investigation, two individuals were taken into custody without incident. Police seized a firearm, a quantity of illicit drugs including suspected fentanyl, several knives and other offence-related property. 

Tanya Marie SMITH, 46-year-old of Kingsville, has been arrested and charged with the following:

·        Possession of over 30g dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place S. 8(1)(a) CA

·        Possession of a Firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With S. 108(1)(b) CC

·        Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order S.117.01(1) CC

·        Failure to comply with undertaking S.145(4)(a) CC

·        Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition S. 86(1) CC (TWO COUNTS)

·        Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose S.88 CC

·        Carrying concealed weapon S.90 CC

·        Unauthorized Possession of Weapon S.91(2) CC

·        Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm S.94 CC

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm S.95(1) CC

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) S.5(2) CDSA

·        Having care or control of a motor vehicle with open container of liquor S. 42(1)(a) LLA

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

Lesroy Mervin TUITT, 36-year-old of the Kingsville, has been arrested and charged with the following:

·        Unlawful purchase of cannabis S.9(1) CCA2017

·        Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition S. 86(1) CC (TWO COUNTS)

·        Occupant of Motor Vehicle knowing there was Firearm S.94 CC

·        Carrying concealed weapon S.90 CC

·        Unauthorized Possession of Weapon S.91(2) CC

·        Possession of a Firearm knowing Serial Number has been Tampered With S. 108(1)(b) CC

·        Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose S.88 CC

·        Possession of loaded prohibited or restricted firearm S.95(1) CC

·        Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin) S.5(2) CDSA

·        Possession of over 30g dried cannabis (or equivalent) in a public place S8(1)(a) CA

The accused was held pending a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Windsor.

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