Four people are facing drug-related charges following a month-long investigation in Lindsay that resulted in the seizure of more than $278,000 worth of suspected illicit drugs.
The Kawartha Lakes Police Service says members of its Criminal Investigations Branch executed a search warrant early Tuesday morning, November 10, in the area of William Street North and Bond Street.
The warrant followed a month-long investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity.
Police requested assistance from the Ontario Provincial Police Tactics and Rescue Unit to safely carry out the operation.
Investigators say the search resulted in the seizure of suspected narcotics with an estimated street value of $278,064, along with $6,170 in Canadian currency.
According to police, the seized substances included:
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1,114.5 grams of cocaine
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156.1 grams of fentanyl
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403.1 grams of crack cocaine
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339.9 grams of dried cannabis
Officers also recovered additional items believed to be connected to drug trafficking activities.
Each of the accused faces four charges:
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Three counts of possession of a Schedule I substance under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
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One count of possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000 under the Criminal Code.
Police have not provided the names or ages of the accused or details about their scheduled court appearances.
