Advertisement

2 arrested after expired validation sticker on vehicle leads Hamilton police to drugs

Hamilton police have arrested two people in connection with a drug trafficking investigation. File / Global News

Two people have been arrested in connection with a drug trafficking investigation by Hamilton police.

Shortly after midnight on Saturday, police stopped a white Jeep Patriot travelling westbound on Barton Street at Sherman Avenue for having an expired validation sticker.

READ MORE: Hamilton man arrested in Westdale stabbing

Police say officers saw drugs and paraphernalia in the vehicle and arrested the driver and passenger.

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.

Get daily National news

Get daily Canada news delivered to your inbox so you'll never miss the day's top stories.
By providing your email address, you have read and agree to Global News' Terms and Conditions and Privacy Policy.

According to police, several drugs were seized, including purple heroin, crystal meth and cocaine, as well as some cash and a prohibited switchblade knife.

READ MORE: Deer euthanized in Hamilton after getting tangled in soccer net

Story continues below advertisement

A 36-year-old man and a 29-year-old woman, both from Port Colborne, Ont., are now facing several charges.

Sponsored content

AdChoices