Two people face drug trafficking and other charges following a traffic stop by Quinte West OPP on Monday morning.
According to police, around 9 a.m., an officer patrolling Highway 401 in the region conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle that had been reported stolen.
An investigation led to the seizure of drugs, including cocaine, heroin and methamphetamines, as well as unauthorized identity documents.
Breaking news from Canada and around the world
sent to your email, as it happens.
Get breaking National news
For news impacting Canada and around the world, sign up for breaking news alerts delivered directly to you when they happen.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.
Two men from Mississauga, Ont., ages 27 and 44, were arrested and each charged with three counts of trafficking a schedule I substance, six counts of unauthorized possession of identity documents and one count of possession of property obtained by crime.
They were held in custody and are scheduled to appear in court in Belleville.
More on Crime
- Woman in Canada less than 2 months found dead inside suitcase in Newfoundland
- Ball hockey referee left with fractured skull, jaw after removing player from game
- Car theft finally decelerating in Canada after surge — a ‘positive sign’
- Quebec government quietly loosened its approach to drug possession over a year ago
Comments