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Nairn-Hyman OPP Police Press Releases

$25,000 Drug Bust – Hanad AHMED

(NAIRN-HYMAN TOWNSHIP, ON)- An investigation conducted by the Ontario Provincial Police Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) results in a seizure of drugs and a handgun.

On Thursday June 26, 2025, at approximately 9:45 p.m., CSCU with the assistance from the Manitoulin OPP detachment conducted a traffic stop on Highway 17 in Nairn-Hyman Township.

As a result of the investigation, police made an arrest, located and seized approximately 253 grams of suspected cocaine and 38 suspected Percocet tablets with an estimated street value $ 25,500, a Glock 19X handgun with an over capacity magazine and drug paraphernalia.

Hanad AHMED, 30-years-old, from St Catherines was charged with:

  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
  • Knowledge of unauthorized possession of firearm
  • Possession of a prohibited device or ammunition
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was firearm
  • Possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – two counts
  • Breach of Firearms Regulations-transport firearm or restricted weapon
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-cocaine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking-Opioid (other than heroin)

The accused remains in custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Sudbury on Thursday July 10, 2025.

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OPP Police Press Releases Prince Edward

Yvan Leclair – Drug Trafficking

(PRINCE EDWARD COUNTY, ON) – An early morning RIDE program by members of the Prince Edward County Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) resulted in an individual being arrested and charged.

Officers were conducting a RIDE program on Highway 62 at County Road 3 at 3:00 a.m. on July 1, 2025. A vehicle entered the RIDE program and officers conducted an investigation.

As a result, an individual was arrested, and officers seized a quantity of suspected cocaine.

Yvan Leclair, age 56 from Tyendinaga was charged with possession of a schedule one substance for the purpose of trafficking.

The accused were released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice at a later date.

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Brant OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – DEVLIN & SCHERTZBURG

(BRANT,ON) – The Brant County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), in partnership with members from Oxford, Middlesex, and Elgin CSCU, as well as the OPP’s Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) and Brant County uniform officers, have laid multiple charges following the execution of a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant at a residence in Paris, Ontario.

On July 3, 2025, officers executed the search warrant as part of an ongoing investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity. Two individuals were arrested at the scene.

As a result of the investigation:

Chris DEVLIN, 46 years old, from Paris, has been 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 – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

DEVLIN was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Kate-Lynn SCHERTZBURG, 34 years old, from Brantford, has been 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 – Cocaine
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

SCHERTZBURG was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court at a later date.

During the search, officers seized:

  • A quantity of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamine valued at approximately $4,270
  • $1,030 in Canadian currency
  • A digital scale and packaging material

The total estimated value of the seized drugs and currency is approximately $5,300.

The investigation highlights the OPP’s continued efforts to disrupt drug trafficking networks in our communities and keep dangerous substances off the streets.

Anyone with information about drug trafficking or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously via Crime Stoppers at https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/.

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Carling OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – DYCK & VERLINT

(CARLING, ON) – The West Parry Sound Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested and charged two people with drug related offences after a traffic stop on Highway 69 in Carling Township.

On June 26, 2025, at approximately 10:00 p.m. officers stopped the vehicle for a speeding. The driver was arrested for stunt driving and a subsequent investigation revealed over $5000 of Canadian currency and suspected cocaine and heroin with a combined estimated street value of approximately $100,000. 

Breaden DYCK , 22-years-old from Ancaster was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5000
  • Drive motor vehicle – perform stunt – excessive speed
  • Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
  • Drive motor vehicle with cannabis readily available
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin

Zachary VERLINT, 26-years-old from Stoney Creek was arrested and charged with:

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession of proceeds obtained by crime over $5000
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – heroin

Both accused were held for bail before the Ontario Court of Justice in Parry Sound and are scheduled to appear on July 31 2025.  

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OPP Police Press Releases Southgate

Drug Bust – PERSAUD, GEORGE & BRAKE

(SOUTHGATE, ON) – The Grey Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), with the assistance of multiple specialized OPP units, has concluded a significant drug trafficking investigation in the Southgate area.

In May 2025, the Grey Bruce CSCU initiated an investigation into suspected trafficking of Schedule I substances. As a result of the investigation, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrants were executed at multiple residences in the Southgate area on June 27, 2025.

The operation involved members of the OPP West Region and Central Region Tactics and Rescue Units (TRU), Emergency Response Teams (ERT), Canine Unit, and several Community Street Crime Units from across the province.

During the execution of the warrants, detectives seized:

  • 65 grams of suspected cocaine
  • 28 grams of suspected heroin
  • 10.5 grams of suspected methamphetamine
  • Five prohibited weapons/devices, including an overcapacity handgun magazine
  • A stolen motorcycle valued at approximately $5,500
  • Suspected drug trafficking paraphernalia
  • Approximately $550 in Canadian currency

The estimated street value of the seized controlled substances is approximately $10,300. This seizure represents a significant disruption to the local drug trade.

The following individuals have been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and the Criminal Code of Canada with the following:

Sabrina PERSAUD, 38-year-old of Dundalk:

  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine

Rajith GEORGE, 43-year-old of Dundalk:

  • Possession of a Weapon Knowing it is Prohibited (Five counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Heroin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

Jennifer BRAKE, 39-year-old of Dundalk:

  • Possession of a Weapon Knowing it is Prohibited (Five counts)
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Heroin
  • Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine

PERSAUD was held for a bail hearing and remanded until July 2, 2025, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Owen Sound. BRAKE and GEORGE were released from custody and are scheduled to appear in court on July 24, 2025, also in Owen Sound.

The Grey Bruce OPP remains committed to protecting our communities from the harms associated with illegal drug activity. Anyone with information regarding drug trafficking is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).

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Norfolk OPP Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – Emily GASTON

(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual has been charged in connection with a drug trafficking investigation in Simcoe.

At approximately 8:24 p.m. on Wednesday, June 18, 2025, members of the Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested an individual on Masons Lane in Simcoe as part of an ongoing investigation.

A subsequent search resulted in the seizure of suspected cocaine, methamphetamine, and various drug-related paraphernalia.

A photograph of the seized items is attached for reference.

As a result, 38-year-old Emily GASTON from Norfolk County has been charged with the following alleged offences:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine.

The accused is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.

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Huntsville OPP Police Press Releases

Drug & Weapons Bust – Names Released

(HUNTSVILLE, ON) – On June 27 at 1:45am, Huntsville OPP officers were notified that the Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) had identified a vehicle belonging to a wanted person.

During the traffic stop by police, a prohibited weapon and several different Controlled Substances were located.   

As a result of the investigation, the following people have been charged;

Jason Benson, 41 years old of Swastika Ontario

Jessica Benson, 39 years old of Swastika Ontario

Mitchell Holmes, 31 years old of Kirkland Lake Ontario

Have been charged with joint possession of;

*Prohibited device

*Possession Weapon for dangerous purpose

*Possession Scheduled 1 Substance x 3

All three accused were held for a bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge Ontario. 

The Huntsville OPP is committed to serving our province. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestoppers.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Blind River OPP Police Press Releases

Stolen Vehicle Recovered – 2 Arrested

(BLIND RIVER, ON) – The East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested two people in a stolen vehicle.

On June 25, 2025, at approximately 4:00 p.m., officers were on general patrol, Highway 17 Blind River, when they received stolen vehicle notification from the Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR). This alert was in relation to an east bound grey Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV).

A short time later, a strategic stop involving multiple police vehicles was safely and effectively executed. The driver and passenger were subsequently arrested and numerous property items were seized. Some of those items included over 27 grams of suspected cocaine, an imitation handgun, drug paraphernalia, digital scale, dimes bags, homemade bong, and numerous cell phones.  

Jason CHORNYJ, 47-years-old, from Aweres Township, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
  • Driving while under suspension
  • Failure to comply with Undertaking

Arreal REED, 35-years-old, from Sault Ste. Marie, was charged with:

  • Possession of property obtained by crime – over $5000
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine
  • Traffick in Schedule I substance – Cocaine
  • Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
  • Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm

Both accused persons were scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on June 26, 2025.

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OPP Orillia Police Press Releases

2kg Cocaine Bust

(Orillia, ON) – Officers from the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have arrested two individuals in connection with a drug trafficking investigation and executed search warrants at a residence.

In May 2025, members of the Orillia Detachment CSCU launched an investigation into an individual suspected of trafficking drugs in Simcoe County. On June 26, 2025, officers from the Orillia CSCU and the Community Mobilization Unit arrested two individuals in Simcoe County and executed search warrants at the suspects’ residence.

Police seized the following items:    

  •  2250grams of Cocaine
  •  $17,500 Canadian Currency
  • 2023 Mercedes C53 AMG
  • Drug packaging materials
  • Cellular devices

As a result of the investigation Justine MOHAMMED (29) of Concord and DeAndre WRIGHT(24) of Etobicoke have both been charged with the following:

  • CC 354(1)(a) – Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
  • CDSA 5(2) – Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Cocaine

The first accused was held pending a bail hearing on June 26, 2025 at the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie and the second accused was released with a future court date.

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

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Midland OPP Police Press Releases

Cocaine Bust – Brian BEAUSOLEIL

(MIDLAND, ON) – An officer from the Southern Georgian Bay Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) operating a cruiser equipped with a Automated Licence Plate Reader (ALPR) has led to a number of illegal drug and driving related investigations for a Midland area resident on King Street, Midland after a vehicle stop at approximately 12:51 a.m. June 25, 2025.

The officer stopped a black Chevrolet Colorado on King Street, near Elizabeth Street and entered into a Highway Traffic Act investigation. Further interaction with the driver by the officer led to the seizure of approximately 30 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine, $3200 of Canadian currency along with an assortment of drug trafficking related paraphernalia after a search at the scene.

Charged is Brian BEAUSOLEIL 63 years of Midland with the following offences.

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

Contrary to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act

And further with the following Provincial Offences Act charges

  • Drive motor vehicle – No insurance
  • Drive motor vehicle while under suspension

The accused was released from custody to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice  on the August 7, 2025. The involved vehicle was towed in accordance to the Ministry of Transportation (ADLS) guidelines.

Anyone who may have information on drug related activity and wants to make a difference in making our communities safer is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122, [email protected] or by calling Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).You can submit your information online at https://www.crimestopperssdm.com/ Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.

File # E250821415

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OPP Petrolia Police Press Releases

Drug Bust – 2 Arrested

(PETROLIA, ON) – Two individuals are facing charges following a single-vehicle collision.

On June 14, 2025, at approximately 12:30 a.m., members of the Lambton County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) responded to a single-vehicle collision on Petrolia Line, Petrolia, where the involved vehicle fled the scene immediately following the collision.

A short time later, officers located the described vehicle in the ditch at the intersection of Petrolia Line and Plowing Match Road. The vehicle was found unoccupied.

The West Region OPP Canine Unit was deployed and successfully tracked and located two individuals nearby, who were identified as the vehicle’s occupants.

Both individuals were transported to hospital with minor injuries.

Rhys BRESETT, 43-years-old of Sarnia and Kevin PLAIN, 58-years-old of no fixed address, have been charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid.

The accused have been released from police custody and are schedule to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in the City of Sarnia, on August 13, 2025.

Anyone with information regarding this or any incident is asked to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) where you may be eligible for a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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Middlesex Centre OPP Police Press Releases

Meth Bust – Allan WALLER-GUEST

(MIDDLESEX CENTRE, ON) – Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system assists officer in stopping and charging a driver from Sarnia.

On June 8, 2025, at 10:58 a.m., a member of the Middlesex County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), while on general patrol on Nairn Road in Middlesex Centre, was alerted by the Automatic Licence Plate Recognition (ALPR) system, of a possible suspended driver.

A traffic stop was initiated.

It was determined the driver was suspended and was placed under arrest.

As a result, Allan WALLER-GUEST, a 27-year-old of Sarnia, has been charged under Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, Highway Traffic Act and Liquor Licence Control Act with:

  • Operation While Prohibited under the Criminal Code
  • Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Opioid (other than heroin)
  • Poss of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine
  • Driving while under suspension (two counts)
  • Driving motor vehicle with liquor readily available

The accused was held for bail.

The In Car Camera and ALPR have been operating in Middlesex County OPP vehicles since March 13, 2023. Middlesex OPP officers continue to see drivers operating vehicles that do not have valid, registered licence plates, are currently driving unlicenced, while under suspension or prohibited.

The OPP can be reached anywhere in the Province of Ontario at 1-888-310-1122. 

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

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OPP Police Press Releases Sudbury

$1.9 Million Drug Bust

(SUDBURY, ON) – Twenty-five individuals, many from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), are facing a combined 197 charges under the Criminal Code and the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act following a 16-month investigation.

In January 2024, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Guns and Gangs Enforcement Team (PGNG) and the Greater Sudbury Police Service (GSPS) Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) began Project SATURATE to investigate drug trafficking in the Greater Sudbury area and surrounding communities.

The investigative team identified two street gangs based in the GTA involved in alleged trafficking of controlled substances, including fentanyl and cocaine, to northeastern Ontario.

On Thursday, May 8, 2025, six search warrants were executed in Sudbury, Mississauga and Hamilton by the PGNG investigative team along with members from:

  • GSPS Integrated Crime Team
  • GSPS Emergency Response Unit
  • OPP Tactics and Rescue Unit (TRU)
  • OPP Community Street Crime Units (CSCU) from West and Central regions
  • OPP Emergency Response Team (ERT)
  • OPP Highway Enforcement Team (HET)
  • OPP Provincial Weapons Enforcement Unit (PWEU)
  • OPP Provincial Asset Forfeiture Unit (PAFU)
  • OPP Digital Forensics
  • Peel Regional Police Tactics and Rescue Unit
  • Hamilton Police Service Emergency Response Unit

On Thursday, May 29, 2025, an additional 14 search warrants were executed in Sudbury, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Pickering and Toronto by members from:

  • OPP PGNG
  • GSPS Integrated Crime Team
  • GSPS Emergency Response Unit
  • OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB)
  • OPP CSCU from North East, Central and West regions
  • OPP TRU
  • OPP ERT
  • OPP HET
  • OPP PWEU
  • OPP Provincial Auto Theft and Towing Team
  • OPP PAFU
  • Mississauga and 407 OPP detachments
  • OPP HET
  • OPP Digital Forensics
  • Toronto Police Service Emergency Task Force
  • York Regional Police Emergency Response Unit

Twenty-two individuals were arrested. Arrest warrants have been issued for the three additional individuals. Further details relating to the accused and their respective charges can be found within the attached Addendum of Charged Persons.

As a result of Project SATURATE, the following items were seized with approximate quantities:

  • Four firearms
  • 12 kg suspected cocaine
  • 7.3 kg suspected fentanyl
  • 164 g suspected methamphetamine
  • 2,448 oxycodone tablets
  • 1,010 suspected methamphetamine tablets
  • Other prescription medications
  • 8 kg cannabis
  • Two prohibited devices
  • $259,000 in Canadian currency
  • $1,210 in US currency
  • 21 cell phones
  • Two laptops
  • Digital scales
  • One vehicle as offence-related property
  • One boat as proceeds of crime

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is more than $1.9 million.

Anyone with any information about illegal firearms or the possession, manufacturing or trafficking of illicit drugs 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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ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS OPP Police Press Releases

Fentanyl Bust – Amy RAHM

(ADDINGTON HIGHLANDS TWP., ON) – One person is facing drug trafficking charges after the seizure of dangerous, illegal drugs in Addington Highlands Township.

Members of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation earlier this month.

On Friday, June 13, 2025, members of the Community Street Crime Unit, assisted by members of the OPP Emergency Response Team, the Canine Unit and officers from the Lennox and Addington County OPP, executed a search warrant at a residence on Flinton Road.

Officers seized nearly 23-grams of suspected fentanyl, over 42-grams of suspected methamphetamine and over three grams of suspected cocaine. Officers also seized a replica handgun, an expandable baton and items typically associated with drug trafficking. One person was arrested without incident.

Amy RAHM, age 37 of Addington Highlands Township, been charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – three counts
  • Possession of a weapons for a dangerous purpose

The accused was held in custody with a bail hearing scheduled before the Ontario Court of Justice in Kingston on Saturday, June 14, 2025.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Crack & Cocaine Bust

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – On June 12, 2025, at approximately 6:45 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Dugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residence on Amsterdam Road in Elliot Lake.

As a result of the warrant being executed, approximately 186 grams of suspected cocaine, approximately 11 grams of suspected crack (approximate street value of drugs – almost $20,000), digital scales, packaging material, approximately $3475 in cash, and numerous cell phones were seized. 

The OPP’s Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), and uniform members were involved with the investigation. Two people were arrested and charged.         

Stanley DIBB, 44-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

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

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

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on July 10, 2025.

Ronny (Jayman) PRADO LASSO, 24-years-old, of Etobicoke was charged with:

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

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

·      Failure to comply with Release Order – three counts

·      Obstruct Peace Officer

The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on June 13, 2025.