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Alleged pot delivery driver arrested by Hamilton police

An alleged marijuana delivery man has been arrested by Hamilton police. Don Mitchell / Global News

Hamilton police say an investigation into a suspended driver has resulted in the arrest of an alleged pot delivery man.

Around 10 p.m. Wednesday, police say they investigated a white 2009 Jeep in the area of Roxborough and Barons avenues.

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A traffic stop was conducted and police confirmed the driver’s licence was suspended.

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While the man was being taken into custody, police say they detected a strong odour of marijuana and observed a clear plastic container on the passenger seat of the vehicle, which contained several paper bags with various amounts of cannabis and the buyers’ details attached.

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A 43-year-old Hamilton man is now facing charges and was released with a court date next month.

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