Seven people charged with drug and gun charges; drug ring uncovered

(Ottawa) — A three month investigation by the Ottawa Police Service Drug Unit culminated yesterday with the arrest of five persons and another two remain outstanding. All seven face numerous drug and gun charges.

Over the course of the investigation ten search warrants were executed resulting in the seizure of 10 firearms (6 handguns, 3 submachine guns, 1 long gun along) with 2,000 rounds of ammunition, two vehicles, $85,000.00 in Canadian Currency, 58.5 grams of Crack Cocaine, 113 grams of MDPV (bath salts), 229 grams of MDMA (ecstasy), 15.8 grams of Cocaine, 9 grams of Psilocybin and 125.5 grams of Marihuana.

The investigation uncovered a drug ring that was supplying Northern Ontario locations with drugs from Ottawa and Toronto. Arrests were made last week in the Nipigon area related to this investigation. The Ontario Provincial Police and Thunder Bay Police Service seized 1,400 Morphine capsules and ten Fentanyl patches. Two Ottawa residents are facing charges in that jurisdiction.

The following Ottawa residents have been charged:

*       Matthew DIMILLO, 26 years

*       Luke MCCORMICK, 23 years

*       Michael MEEHAN, 22 years

*       David CHOLEWA, 31 years

*       Melissa PROPHET, 23 years

*       Khalilulah IRIKEN, 26 years

*       Alan MACDONALD, 24 years

All are facing more than 75 criminal charges including: drug trafficking, possession of a firearm, possession of a restricted weapon, possession of weapon dangerous to public, possession of a firearm obtained by crime and many more.

Arrest warrants are outstanding for Khalilulah IRIKEN, 26 years old of Ottawa and Alan MACDONALD, 24 years old of Ottawa. MACDONALD is believed to be in the Toronto area. MACDONALD is very distinctive with full arm and neck tattoos.

Both IRIKEN and MACDONALD should be considered armed and dangerous.

If you have any information about their whereabouts please contact the Ottawa Police Drug Unit at 613-236-1222 ext. 5080

CDSA Warrant Execution on Big Sky Private

(Ottawa) –On November 4^th, 2016, the Ottawa Police Service Guns and Gangs Unit executed a Controlled Drug & Substance Act (CDSA) search warrant at the 200 block of Big Sky Private.  In result of the Search Warrant, two males were arrested and charged, drugs and Canadian currency was seized.

The Guns and Gangs Unit commenced an investigation in October of 2016 into the drug dealing activities of Ali HAMZEH and Ahmad HAMZEH. The warrant resulted in the seizure of

• 81 grams of cocaine
• 23 grams of crack cocaine
• 4.5 grams of hashish
• $9155 in Canadian currency

Ali HAMZEH, 25 years old and Ahmad HAMZEH, 25 years old, both of Ottawa, were subsequently charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking in cocaine and hashish as well as possession of proceeds of crime over $5000.

Ali and Ahmad will appear in show cause court this afternoon.

Ontario Provincial Police News Portal OPP Media Release LANARK COUNTY DRUG WARRANT RESULTS IN CHARGES 2016-11-08

CRTF Seeking Public’s Assistance In

Relation to Multi-Kilo Cocaine Seizure 

CORNWALL ONTARIO – On the afternoon of August 12, 2015, while on marine patrol in the Bainsville area of the St. Lawrence River, the Cornwall Regional Task Force’s (CRTF) marine unit observed a large grey boat, occupied by two individuals, traveling eastbound at a high rate of speed.

This boat was followed to the center of the river near a channel marker where it met with an 18 foot Lund fishing boat occupied by one individual.  An exchange of suitcases occurred between the boats.

When the marine unit moved in to investigate, all three males departed westbound at a high rate of speed in the grey boat, leaving the Lund boat adrift.  The suspect boat was followed westbound at a distance and the assistance of the Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service (AMPS) was requested.  The grey boat was followed into a marshy area located north of Simard Island and east of Yellow Island, where two suitcases containing 47 kilograms of cocaine were retrieved from the weed beds.

The suspect boat is described as a pleasure craft style, possibly a Doral or Champion make; painted flat grey; completely hollowed out with exception of one captain chair and powered by two white Evinrude 300 horsepower outboard motors.

CRTF members assisted by the AMPS marine unit continued their search of the area in an attempt of locating the suspect vessel. It is believed it continued west into US waters via the St. Regis River.

The abandoned Lund boat was retrieved and seized by police for its involvement in this drug transaction.

The CRTF are continuing to investigate this crime in an effort in identifying those involved and bringing them to justice.

“The Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service’s officers work tirelessly to reduce the amount of harmful drugs reaching Akwesasne.  This is another example of how the Police Service works effectively with area agencies to keep drugs out of our communities”, stated Akwesasne Mohawk Police Service Chief of Police Jerry Swamp.

“A cocaine seizure of this magnitude represents a major disruption to criminal organizations involved and has prevented a significant amount of drugs from reaching our streets”, stated Insp. Steve Ethier, OIC of the CRTF.

If you have any information regarding this crime, you can contact the CRTF at 1-613-937-2800

BREACH, POSSESSION OF COCAINE, POSSESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRAFFICKING, PROCEEDS OF CRIME

Cornwall, ON – Jeremy Myers, 22 of Cornwall was arrested on December 1st, 2016 and charged with possession of cocaine, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and proceeds of crime (cash). He was also charged with breach of recognizance for being outside his residence without his surety, attending a local pawn shop, communicating with someone known to have a criminal record and for possession of drugs. It is alleged on November 1st, 2016 the man was spotted exiting a local pawn shop with someone known to have a criminal record. He was taken into custody and found to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine and Canadian currency. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

WARRANT, OBSTRUCT JUSTICE, DISOBEY COURT ORDER, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Bradley Legue, 31 of Cornwall was arrested on December 1st, 2016 on the strength of a warrant for failing to attend court as a witness and charged with breach of undertaking for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged the man failed to attend court, therefore breaching his court order and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On December 1st, 2016 a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service attended the Cornwall Courthouse as the man was in custody on unrelated charges. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held in custody for a bail hearing.

CARE AND CONTROLL OF A MOTOR VEHICLE WHILE IMPAIRED/OVER 80

Cornwall, ON – Steven Tyo, 36 of Cornwall was arrested on December 1st, 2016 and charged with care and control of a motor vehicle while impaired and care and control of a motor vehicle over 80. It is alleged on December 1st, 2016 the man was found to be in care and control of a motor vehicle while his ability was impaired when police attended a report of a motor vehicle collision in the area of Vincent Massey Drive. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on December 6th, 2016.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Jeffrey Berube, 52 of Cornwall was arrested on December 1st, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for being outside his residence without his surety and for being with someone known to have a criminal record. It is alleged on November 26th, 2016 the man was spotted in the company of a man known to have a criminal record at a local bar and an investigation ensued. On December 1st, 2016 the man was located at his residence, taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

WARRANT, BREACH, POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Cornwall, ON – Adam Albers, 29 of Cornwall was arrested on December 1st, 2016 on the strength of a probation office warrant and charged with possession of marijuana and breach of probation. It is alleged the man breached his probation orders and warrants were issued for his arrest. On December 1st, 2016 the man was spotted by a member of the Cornwall Community Police Service in the area of Guy Street Lane. He was taken into custody on the strength of the warrants and found to be in the possession of a quantity of marijuana and in breach of his probation orders. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 56-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on December 12th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for being within 30 meters of his ex-girlfriend and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on December 2nd, 2016 the man attended his ex-girlfriend’s residence despite his conditions and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

ASSAULT, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – A 28-year-old Cornwall man and a 28-year-old Cornwall woman were both arrested on December 12th, 2016 as a result of a domestic incident. It is alleged during an argument on December 12th, 2016 they damaged each other’s phone, the woman struck the man with a pair of scissors and the man grabbed her by the throat. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. Both were taken into custody during the investigation, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date.

HARASSING PHONE CALLS, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 55-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on December 12th, 2016 and charged with harassing phone calls and breach of two recognizances. It is alleged between November 1st, 2016 and December 12th, 2016 the man repeatedly contacted his ex-girlfriend by way of phone calls and attended her residence on one occasion despite his conditions. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. The man was located by police and found to be in breach of his recognizance for having consumed alcohol. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Troy Square, 41 of Akwesasne was arrested on December 13th, 2016 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on December 6th, 2016 and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On December 13th, 2016 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and held for a bail hearing.

ASSAULT, THREATS, MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – A 50-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on December 13th, 2016 and charged with threats to property, threats to cause harm, assault and mischief. It is alleged during an argument on December 5th, 2016 the man threatened to harm his wife, threatened to damage property, pushed her and damaged the house phone. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On December 13th, 2016 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

ASSAULT POLICE, RESIST ARREST, THREATS, MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – A 20-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on December 13th, 2016 and charged with resist arrest, assault police, mischief and threats. It is alleged on December 13th, 2016 the man damaged property at his mother’s residence and threatened to damage other property. Police were contacted and located the man hiding in the back yard. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 22-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on December 13th, 2016 and charged with breach of recognizance for communicating with his ex-girlfriend and being within 250 meters of her. It is alleged on December 9th, 2016 the man attended his ex-girlfriend’s residence despite his conditions and police were contacted to investigate. On December 13th, 2016 the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

POSSESSION, POSSESSION FOR THE PURPOSE OF TRAFFICKING, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Dylan Jarvis, 20 of Cornwall and Brandon Chenier, 20 of Dalkeith were arrested on December 14th, 2016 and charged as follows:

Dylan Jarvis

• breach of probation x6
• possession of cocaine
• possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine
• possession of property obtained by crime ( cash)

Brandon Chenier

• Possession of crack cocaine
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking crack cocaine

It is alleged while investigating a disturbance in the early morning hours of December 14th, 2016 Jarvis was found to be in breach of his probation order for being in the company of someone who has a criminal record. He was taken into custody and found to have a quantity cocaine and Canadian currency. He was also found to be in breach of his conditions for being in possession of drugs, drug paraphernalia, being where drugs are found, being in the possession of packaging materials and failing to keep the peace. Chenier was found to be in the possession of a quantity of crack cocaine. Both were charged accordingly and Jarvis was held for a bail hearing while Chenier was released to appear in court at a later date.

INVESTIGATION QUASHES HUGE DRUG AND GUN DISTRIBUTION RINGS

18 People Charged; Fentanyl and Weapons Seized 

(VAUGHAN, ON) – Several Ontario and Quebec residents face numerous charges following a multi-jurisdiction investigation into illegal firearms and the trafficking of illegal drugs in Ontario, Québec and the United States.

Project SILKSTONE began as a high-level Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) investigation targeting multiple criminal groups involved in trafficking illegal drugs and guns along the Highway 401 corridor between the Greater Toronto Area, through the Belleville/Bay of Quinte Region and Montréal, Québec. The investigation also revealed drug trafficking activities to and from the United States.

At a news conference today, OPP Deputy Commissioner Rick BARNUM and representatives from the project’s partner agencies unveiled details of the investigation and samples of the evidence seized during the 18-month probe. Project SILKSTONE was conducted by OPP Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) in partnership with the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP), Sûreté du Québec, Service de Police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM), Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA), and the United States Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA). The investigation was also supported by The Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada (FINTRAC). Members of the OPP Emergency Response Team, OPP OCEB, Peel Regional Police Tactical and Rescue Unit, and the Toronto Police Service Emergency Task Force (ETF) assisted with executing the search warrants. Several search warrants were executed earlier this week at locations across southeastern Ontario, the Greater Toronto Area and Montréal, Québec.

During the course of the investigation, the project team combined to seize 11,500 pills containing fentanyl, eight (8) kilograms of cocaine, 7.5 kilograms of MDMA (ecstasy), 260 grams of methamphetamine, 7,200 marihuana plants from an indoor grow operation, 180 pounds of processed marihuana bud, cases of vapes containing THC – known as ‘JuJu Joints’, drug paraphernalia and equipment. Project SILKSTONE investigators seized 23 firearms including three (3) pistols and 20 long guns, $69,000.00 in Canadian currency and $500.00 in U-S currency, $50,000.00 worth of casino chips, equipment and supplies from an illegal identity card-making operation, Radio Frequency (RF) detecting devices, and ‘colours’ from an outlaw motorcycle gang. In addition, four (4) vehicles, an enclosed trailer and a snowmobile were seized as offence-related property.

OPP have charged 18 people with 81 offences including charges relating to the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA) and the Criminal Code of Canada. (See PROJECT SILKSTONE — ADDENDUM OF CHARGED PERSONS on the Media Resources Page)

Jason BRYAN 40 Toronto, Ontario • Make Forged Document – 4 counts • Conspiracy to Make Forged Document • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000 Belleville / IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Yu Ying CHEN 48 Mississauga, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – MDMA – 3 counts • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – 4 counts Belleville / IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Oscar DOBSON 38 Montréal, Québec • Conspiracy to Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl – 3 counts Belleville / IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Justin FREEMAN 32 Tyendinaga, Ontario • Trafficking Firearms – 6 counts • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine – 2 counts • Traffic in Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – 3 counts Belleville / IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Travis HESKETH 35 Tyendinaga, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine – 2 counts • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 Belleville

Jesse HILL 33 Tyendinaga, Ontario • Traffic Firearms Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Khai HOANG 59 Mississauga, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine – 3 counts • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Oxycodone • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – MDMA – 5 counts • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Heroin • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – 5 counts • Laundering Proceeds of Crime Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Iwona KIRPSZA 47 Toronto, Ontario • Make Forged Document • Conspiracy to Make Forged Document Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court ADDENDUM OF CHARGED PERSONS – PROJECT SILKSTONE 23 February 2017 3 NAME AGE RESIDENCE CHARGE COURT STATUS and DATE

Wong LAW 51 Toronto, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – MDMA – 2 counts • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – 2 counts Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Yvan LECLAIR 48 Shannonville, Ontario • Possession of Firearm Contrary to Prohibition Order • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine • Trafficking in Firearms, Weapon, Device or Ammunition – 2 counts Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Lai LIN 43 Markham, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – MDMA Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court Patrick OLIVER 38 Ajax, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine – 3 counts • Conspiracy to Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl – 3 counts • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl – 2 counts • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – MDMA – 3 counts • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court A

Heeralall RAMDEO 34 Toronto, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine – 3 counts • Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000 – 2 counts Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Derek SHOREY 33 Belleville, Ontario • Traffic in a Schedule I Substance – Cocaine Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Amanda HEWITT 28 Quinte West, Ontario • Trafficking Firearms Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Warren ROBERTS 53 Toronto, Ontario • Trafficking in Firearms, Weapon, Device or Ammunition – 2 counts Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court Daniel ROBERTS 25 Toronto, Ontario • Trafficking in Firearms, Weapon, Device or Ammunition – 2 counts Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

Stratis KORINIS 34 Toronto, Ontario • Conspiracy to Import a Schedule I Substance – Fentanyl • Conspiracy to Import a Schedule I Substance – Heroin Belleville/ IN CUSTODY DATE: To Be Determined By Court

The accused persons were held in custody upon arrest and are expected to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville at various times and dates. The investigation continues.

To find out more about the dangers of fentanyl and short term antidotes, we encourage everyone to visit www.facethefentanyl.ca , part of an awareness campaign supported by the Ontario Association of Chiefs of Police (OACP).

“By dismantling a criminal operation of this magnitude, we’ve literally prevented more than 11-thousand ‘doses of death’ of fentanyl and illegal guns from killing people in our communities. Project SILKSTONE again demonstrates how effective law enforcement is at working together to target criminality. Police leaders continue to send a very clear message to criminals that – regardless of jurisdiction – police will continue to identify and aggressively pursue those individuals who threaten public safety.”

Deputy Commissioner Rick BARNUM, Provincial Commander OPP Investigations and Organized Crime

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THREATS

Cornwall, ON – Gregory Malenfant, 30 of Cornwall was arrested on February 28th, 2017 and charged with threats. It is alleged on February 28th, 2017 while in custody on unrelated charges the man threatened to harm a 64-year-old woman known to him on several occasions. He was charged accordingly and remained in custody for a bail hearing.

DRUG WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Yves Houle, 55 and Susan Snider, 53 were arrested and charged with the following:

Possession of Cocaine Possession of Methamphetamine Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Methamphetamine Proceeds of Crime.

It is alleged on February 28th, 2017 members of the Cornwall Street Crime Unit executed a drug warrant at a Ninth Street address and located a quantity of cocaine, methamphetamine and Canadian currency. Both were taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date.

ASSAULT, RESIST, OBSTRUCT POLICE, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – A 27-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on February 28th, 2017 and charged with assault, resist arrest, obstruct police and breach of probation and undertaking for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on February 13th, 2017 the man assaulted his girlfriend and police were contacted to investigate. During a disturbance call on February 28th, 2017 the man was located and refused to identify himself to police. He was taken into custody after a brief struggle, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Amanda Lalonde, 32 of Cornwall was arrested on March 2nd, 2017 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the woman breached her probation conditions and a warrant was issued for her arrest. In the early morning hours of March 2nd, 2017 the woman was spotted walking in the area of First Street and Guy Street. She was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and held for a bail hearing.

DRUG WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – As a result of a combined effort by the Cornwall Community Police Service and the RCMP several persons were arrested after drug warrants were executed at two Bedford Street addresses on February 24th, 2017.

Jean-Marie Lacombe, 54, Justin Lacombe, 28 and Aline Lebrun, 51 all of Cornwall were arrested and charged as follows:

• Possession of Hydromorphone
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking Hydromorphone
• Possession of a prohibited weapon x 2
• Possession of Marijuana
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking Marijuana
• Possession of Morphine
• Possession for the purpose of trafficking Morphine
• Unsafe storage of ammunitions

Justin Lacombe was also charged with breach of probation and recognizance for possessing weapons, intoxicating substances and failing to keep the peace.

It is alleged warrants were executed on February 24th, 2017 and a quantity of hydromorpohone, marijuana, morphine was located as well as ammunition, a rifle and a switch blade knife. All were taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date. The RCMP also took an adult male and female into custody and charges are pending.

ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, DANGEROUS OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, THREATS, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Brandon Lalonde, 22 of Cornwall was arrested on March 1st, 2017 and charged with assault with a weapon, dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, threats and breach of probation for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged during an argument on March 1st, 2017 the man threatened to kill a man known to him and drove his vehicle in a dangerous manner striking the other man who did not suffer any injuries. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. During the investigation Lalonde was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on April 11th, 2017.

Large quantity of Cocaine seized in drug investigation

(Ottawa) — On Monday, March 13, 2017, just after 8:00pm members of the Ottawa Police Service Drug Unit arrested Michel CLERMONT, 60 years old, of Ottawa, after a short investigation into suspected drug activities.

CLERMONT was arrested in his vehicle at Kent Somerset Streets in Ottawa after police had observed him engaged in a suspected drug transaction.

Seized from his vehicle were 10 kilograms of Cocaine with a street value of at least one million dollars.

“This is obviously a significant seizure for the Ottawa Police Service,” said S/Sgt Rick Carey of the Ottawa Police Drug Unit. “We will continue to investigate offences against the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act whether that involves marihuana, opioids or cocaine. This is a community concern and we will do all we can to bring drug traffickers before the courts.”

CLERMONT was held in custody on charges of Possession for the purpose of trafficking a schedule 1 substance contrary to CDSA 5(2) and Possession of the proceeds of crime contrary to CC 355(b).

Anyone with information regarding drug trafficking or wishing to make a complaint is asked to contact the Ottawa Police at 613-236-1222, ext. 7300.

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(Rockland) On March 15^th 2017, members of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau – Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) executed a Search Warrant at a residence on Laurier Street in the City of Clarence-Rockland, the result of an investigation by the Russell OPP Community Drug Action Team.

Investigators seized a quantity of Cocaine, Methamphetamine and Cannabis Marihuana with an estimated street value of 4000$, along with 3300$ cash and drug trafficking equipment.

A 44 year old woman, Josee JUBINVILLE, from Clarence-Rockland (ON), was arrested and is charged with the following:

o  Possession of a substance in Schedule 2 (cannabis marihuana) for the purpose of trafficking- under 3kg

o  Possession of a substance in Schedule 1 (cocaine) for the purpose of trafficking

o  Possession of a substance in Schedule 1 (methamphetamine) for the purpose of trafficking

o  Possession of a substance in Schedule 1 (prescription medication)

o  Possession of property obtained by crime under 5000$

The accused was released on a promise to appear and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice of Ontario in L’Orignal, (ON) on April 12, 2017.

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(LEEDS, ON.) -Members of the Ontario Provincial Police are continuing an investigation after a Highway 401 driver gave an officer a false name.

On the 31^st of March 2017 at about 1:00 A.M. Leeds O.P.P. officers stopped a westbound car in Front of Yonge Township. The driver provided a false name to the officer and after an investigation was arrested. He was also found to be in possession of an illegal drug.

Mario Zachary FRANCIS, 32 years old of Montreal, Quebec faces charges of Obstructing a Peace Officer, Failing to Comply with a Recognizance, and for being in Possession of Cocaine. He was held for bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice, Provincial Division in Brockville on 31 March 2017.

The investigation continues.

DRUGS SEIZED

(North Glengarry/East Hawkesbury) – On April 5, 2017 at approximately 10:25am, Stormont, Dundas & Glengarry (SD&G) Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) officers observed a vehicle at a property in North Glengarry Township which led to it being intercepted for a traffic violation on Highway 417, East Hawkesbury Township. The stop resulted in the seizure of quantities of suspected cocaine, cannabis resin, methamphetamines and cash.

The male driver, Andre GOSSELIN (45) of Montreal, Quebec was arrested and is charged with;

– Possession of a Controlled Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (2 counts)

– Possession of a Controlled Substance (2 counts)

– Possession of Property Obtained by Crime

He was held in custody pending an appearance (bail) at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall.

DOMESTIC INVESTIGATION

(North Dundas) – On April 5, 2017 at approximately 3:12pm, SD&G OPP officers responded to a report of a domestic situation at a residence on Queen Street in the Village of Chesterville, North Dundas Township. Investigation indicated that an altercation between an adult male and girlfriend resulted in the female being assaulted. The accused also caused damage within the home.

The 39-year-old male from North Dundas Township was arrested and is charged with;

– Assault – Spousal

– Mischief Under $5000

He was released and scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Cornwall on May 2, 2017. His name is being withheld in order to protect the identity of the victim.

Bilan d’opération

Démantèlement d’un réseau de distribution de cocaïne lié au crime organisé italien et aux motards criminalisés

Montréal, le 10 avril 2017 – Les policiers de la Division du crime organisé du Service de police de la Ville de Montréal (SPVM) présentent le bilan final d’une opération qui s’est déroulée jeudi dernier visant une cellule majeure de distribution de cocaïne liée au crime organisé italien et aux motards criminalisés. Les nombreuses perquisitions de cette opération, réalisées avec la collaboration de différentes unités du Service, se sont déroulées à Montréal, ailleurs dans la région et dans les Laurentides.

L’enquête a débuté à l’été 2016 à la suite d’informations reçues de citoyens. Plusieurs démarches d’enquêtes ont ensuite été réalisées et ont mené à une première saisie de sept kilogrammes de cocaïne le 7 mars 2017. L’enquête s’est poursuivie et s’est soldée, le 6 avril dernier, par 21 perquisitions à Montréal, Laval, Lachute et à Sainte-Agathe-des-Monts, ainsi qu’à 11 arrestations. Elle a également permis de démontrer que les membres de ce réseau agissaient en tant que fournisseurs de stupéfiants de la mafia italienne et des motards criminalisés.

Bilan des saisies de l’opération du 6 avril

• 42 armes à feu
• 3 arbalètes
• 35 kg de cocaïne
• 35 g de haschisch et marijuana
• 4 kg de chicha
• 47 480 $ en argent
• 2 presses à kilo
• 5 fours à sécher la cocaïne
• Équipements de production de cocaïne
• Produits chimiques
• 6 coffres-forts
• 2 véhicules
• Une recette de carburant pour aéronef
• Machines à compter l’argent
• Comptabilité détaillée démontrant un roulement de plus de 180 kg de cocaïne en 90 jours

Lors de l’opération, 11 individus ont été arrêtés, soit 10 hommes et une femme. Six d’entre eux ont comparu en fin de semaine à la Cour du Québec:

• Daniel Poulin, 54 ans
• Jihad Saoumaa, 25 ans
• Jean Saoumaa, 57 ans
• Tony George Saoumaa, 26 ans
• Michel Jacques, 52 ans
• Martin Lauzon, 45 ans

Ils font face à diverses accusations relatives au trafic de stupéfiants et complot. L’enquête n’est pas terminée et d’autres arrestations suivront.

Search Warrant Executions Result in Arrests

(Ottawa) – The OPS Guns & Gangs Unit has wrapped up a month long street gang, drug and firearms investigation. In the early morning hours on the 14th day of April 2017, multiple search warrants were executed in the 100 block of Beech Street. As a result 13 people were arrested. Cocaine, cannabis marihuana, prescription pills, MDA, crystal methamphetamine and powdered Fentanyl was seized. A taser was also located in one of the residences.

Multiple drug and weapons charges were laid in relation to nine of the arrested people. Three of the arrested people were subsequently released without being charged and one person was held on outstanding arrest warrants. The investigation is still ongoing, and as a result, no names will be released at this time.

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE

Cornwall, ON – David Campbell, 44 of Cornwall was arrested on April 14th, 2017 and charged with possession of cocaine and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. It is alleged during an unrelated matter on January 26th, 2017 the man was found to be in possession of suspected cocaine and an investigation ensued. On April 14th, 2017 the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on June 6th, 2017.

THREATS

Cornwall, ON – Jarret Jodoin, 19 of Cornwall was arrested on April 14th, 2017 and charged with threats. It is alleged on April 11th, 2017 the man threatened a 15-year-old youth known to him and police were contacted to investigate. On April 14th, 2017 the man attended police headquarters to deal with the matter. He was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court at a later date.

ASSAULT

Cornwall, ON – A 24-year-old Cornwall man was arrested on April 14th, 2017 and charged with assault. It is alleged during an argument on April 14, 2017 the man head butted his girlfriend and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on May 16th, 2017. His name was not released as it would identify the victim in the matter.

WARRANT

Cornwall, ON – Dexter Stacey, 20 of Kahnawake was arrested on April 15th, 2017 on the strength of a warrant. It is alleged the man failed to attend court on April 3rd, 2017 for a drive disqualified charge and a warrant was issued for his arrest. On April 15th, 2017 the man was stopped at the Port of Entry and police were contacted. The man was taken into custody on the strength of the warrant and held for a bail hearing.

POSSESSION OF FIREARM/ AMMUNITION CONTRARY TO ORDER, UNSAFE STORAGE OF AMMUNITION

Cornwall, ON – Hunter Masson, 23 of Cornwall was arrested on April 16th, 2017 and charged with being in possession of a firearm and ammunition despite being bound by a court order not to possess firearms or ammunition. He was also charged with unsafe storage of ammunition. As a result of an ongoing investigation the man was taken into custody during a traffic stop on April 16th, 2017, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on May 25th, 2017.

DANGEROUS OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE

Cornwall, ON – Luis Rodriguez, 24 of Cornwall was arrested on April 16th, 2017 and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle. It is alleged on April 16th, 2017 the man was operating a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner in the area of McConnell Avenue and Eleventh Street. He was taken into custody during a traffic stop, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

ASSAULT

Cornwall, ON – Robert Seguin, 42 of Cornwall was arrested on April 17th, 2017 and charged with assault. It is alleged on April 17th, 2017 the man punched a 59-year-old man known to him in the face and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

DANGEROUS OPERATION OF A MOTOR VEHICLE, ASSAULT WITH A WEAPON, POSSESSION OF A WEAPON FOR A DANGEROUS PURPOSE, MISCHIEF

Cornwall, ON – Kevin Gent, 22 of Williamstown was arrested on April 17th, 2017 and charged with dangerous operation of a motor vehicle, assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose and mischief. It is alleged on April 14th, 2017 the man was operating a motor vehicle in a dangerous manner in the area of Tenth Street and McConnell Avenue. It is also alleged the man purposely struck another vehicle with his vehicle while at a local parking lot and threatened a male with a bat. Police were contacted and an investigation ensued. On April 17th, 2017 the man was taken into custody during a traffic stop, charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

POSSESSION OF A CONTROLLED SUBSTANCE, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Marissa Shoenfeldt, 27 of Cornwall was arrested on April 20th, 2017 and charged with possession of cocaine and breach of two probation orders for failing to keep the peace. It is alleged during a traffic stop on April 20th, 2017 the woman was taken into custody on the strength of warrants by OPP and Ottawa. During this time the woman was found to be in possession of a quantity of cocaine. She was charged accordingly and released to appear in court on May 25th, 2017.

UTTER FORGED DOCUMENT

Cornwall, ON – Sahildeep Singh, 18 of Cornwall was arrested on April 20th, 2017 and charged with utter forged document X2. It is alleged on April 20th, 2017 the man attempted to obtain a Canadian drivers license with two forged documents and police were contacted to investigate. During the investigation the man was taken into custody, charged accordingly and released to appear in court on May 25th, 2017.

POSSESSION OF BREAK IN TOOLS, THEFT UNDER $5000, BREACH

Cornwall, ON – Joshua Sabourin, 24 was arrested on April 20th, 2017 and charged with attempt theft from motor vehicle(theft under), possession of break in tools and breach of probation for failing to notify a change of address and failing to keep the peace. It is alleged on April 20th, 2017 the man was rummaging through a vehicle that did not belong to him on Fourth Street and the owner of the vehicle detained the man until police arrived. He was taken into custody and found to be in possession of break in tools. He was charged accordingly and held for a bail hearing.

(ALFRED-PLANTAGENET, ON) – On April 12^th, members of the Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB) – Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) – Community Drug Action Team (CDAT), assisted by the Cornwall Community Police Service, Hawkesbury Crime Unit of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP), East Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the OPP Canine Unit, simultaneously executed seven Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) Search Warrants at separate residences and businesses in the village of Alfred. The Search Warrants resulted in the seizure of cocaine, cannabis marihuana, cannabis resin, methamphetamine (speed) tablets, morphine, hydromorphone tablets, psilocybin (mushrooms), and drug paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking.  OPP also seized contraband cigarettes, Canadian currency, cell phones, and a firearm with ammunitions. The Search Warrants were a result of a one year planned strategic investigation.

Twelve individuals were arrested and are facing charges under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and under the Criminal Code of Canada.

Jimmy BORRIS (60 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine – (3 counts)

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs – (4 counts)

Trafficking Schedule II Substance- Cannabis Marihuana under 3 kilograms

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

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg – (2 counts)

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs – (2 counts)

Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of Trafficking

Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

Trafficking in Contraband Tobacco

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Paul SAVAGE (63 yrs) of Treadwell is charged with;

Trafficking in Contraband Tobacco – (6 counts)

Trafficking Schedule II Substance- Cannabis Marihuana under 3 kilograms – (7 counts)

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs – (2 counts)

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg

Possession of a Schedule II substance- Cannabis Marihuana – under 30grams

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Stephen JOY (61yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

Possession of a Schedule II substance- Cannabis Marihuana – under 30grams

Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

Possession of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition Order – (2 counts)

Careless storage of Firearm, Weapon, Prohibited device or ammunition – (2 counts)

Unauthorized Possession of a Firearm

Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

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Benoit COUSINEAU (37 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs – (2 counts)

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg

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Tara Lynn MOORE (36 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Trafficking in Schedule III substance- Other Drugs

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Chantal CHRETIEN (45 yrs) of Treadwell is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs – (2 counts)

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

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg – (2 counts)

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

Possession of a Schedule III substance for the purpose of Trafficking

Trafficking in Contraband Tobacco

Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 – in Canada

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Lynne BERCIER (43 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine – (2 counts)

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Genevieve GUERIN (33 yrs) of Grenville Quebec is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance- Cocaine – (2 counts)

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

Possession of a Schedule II substance- Cannabis Marihuana – under 30grams

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Other Drugs

Possession Property Obtained by Crime Under $5,000 – in Canada

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Philippe GILBERT (25 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Possession of a Schedule II substance for the purpose of Trafficking- under 3 kg – (2 counts)

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Douglas ROE (68 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking in Schedule I substance – Other Drugs – (4 counts)

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Patrick ETHIER (24 yrs) of Ottawa is charged with;

Fail to Comply with Probation Order

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Bruce FORGET (39 yrs) of Alfred is charged with;

Trafficking Schedule II Substance- Cannabis Marihuana under 3 kilograms – (3 counts)

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CHRETIEN, BERCIER, GUERIN, GILBERT, and ROE, were released and scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in L’Orignal on May 10, 2017.

ETHIER and FORGET, were both released and then turned over to Gatineau and Montreal Police Services. They are both scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in L’Orignal on May 10, 2017.

BORRIS, SAVAGE, JOY, COUSINEAU, and MOORE were not released and kept for a bail hearing on April 13, 2017 at L’Orignal Court.

BORRIS was released on a Recognizance of bail on April 18, 2017.

SAVAGE was released on a Recognizance of bail on April 13, 2017.

JOY and COUSINEAU were released on a Recognizance of bail on April 21, 2017.

All four (4) accused are scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice located in L’Orignal on May 10, 2017.

MOORE is still in custody pending her next court appearance.

Police Bulletin

Calls for Service

Kingston Police had 115 calls for service during the 24 hour period starting from 5:00 a.m. on May 16, 2017. Of these, 74 calls occurred in the city central area, 25 in the west end, 3 in the east end, and 2 north of Highway 401. Some of these included:

• 4 domestic calls
• 2 assault calls
• 4 harassment calls
• 1 fight/disturbance call
• 6 undesirable calls
• 5 alarm calls
• 2 Mental Health Act calls
• 2 medical assist calls
• 11 assist citizen calls
• 2 break and enter calls
• 8 theft calls
• 1 shoplifting call
• 4 mischief calls
• 2 fraud calls
• 5 motor vehicle collisions
• 3 driving complaints
• 7 suspicious activity calls
• 1 trespass/prowler call
• 1 drug call

There were 11 individuals arrested within the last 24 hours including 9 men and 2 women, between 20 and 60 years of age, for the following: possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, trafficking cocaine, possession of break in tools, and breach of recognizance.

Residents are encouraged to view the Kingston Police Crime Mapping Tool that can be accessed through the website here. To further community awareness and improve accessibility to calls-for-police-service occurring in the community, Kingston Police has merged Geographic Information Systems (GIS) technology with police calls-for-service data for user-friendly public consumption.

Kingston Drug Enforcement Unit Arrest 3 in Cocaine Trafficking Ring

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A Kingston 32-year-old man and 32-year-old woman, and a Brockville 29-year-old man have all been arrested in relation to cocaine trafficking.

In March 2017, members of the Kingston Police Drug Enforcement Unit began investigating the Kingston man. On May 16, 2017 the Kingston man and woman travelled together to Brockville. The two attend the residence of the Brockville man where they obtained a packaged believed to contain cocaine.

At approximately 3:30 p.m. the Kingston man and woman were stopped by Kingston Police on Montreal Street at the 401. During a search of the vehicle, officers located the package containing a large quantity of suspected cocaine with an estimated street value over $100,000.

The Kingston man and woman were both arrested and transported to police headquarters where they were held to attend a bail hearing.

Following the arrests of the Kingston man and woman a search warrant was executed at their Queen Street residence. Officers seized additional cocaine, Canadian currency and various drug paraphernalia. A second search warrant was executed by members of Brockville police and Kingston Police at the Brockville residence. The Brockville man was arrested and transported to police headquarters.

The Kingston man and woman were both charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. The Brockville man was charged with trafficking cocaine.

Cycling with No Light Leads to Arrest

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A 27-year-old local man is in custody after being stopped on his bike and having break and enter tools.

On May 17 at approximately 2:15 a.m. a patrol officer noticed a cyclist riding on the sidewalk eastbound on Princess Street near Hillendale Avenue. The bicycle did not have a light on it so the rider was subsequently stopped and spoken to by the officer. It was discovered that the man was on a recognizance and was breaching two conditions including a curfew. He was arrested and upon a search, the officer found break and enter tools in the man’s back pack.

The accused was transported to police headquarters where he was held to attend a bail hearing the following day.

The accused was charged with possession of break and enter tools, and two counts of breach of recognizance.

Traffic Stop near 401 Nets 3 Drug Traffickers

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A 40-year old man, a 59-year old man, and a 60-year old woman all from Kingston have been arrested for drug trafficking.

Earlier this month, the Kington Police Drug Unit began investigating the 40-year-old man for suspected drug trafficking.

On May 16 at approximately 8:15 p.m. officers stopped the vehicle on Montreal Street near Highway 401. The driver and two occupants were found to be in possession of suspected crystal methamphetamine.

The accused parties were arrested and transported to police headquarters where they were held for a bail hearing the following day.

The accused parties were jointly charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking.