Traffic Stop in Shuniah Leads to Drug Trafficking Arrests and $22,000 Drug Seizure

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OPP Image: Drug Trafficking Arrests and $22,000 Drug Seizure
OPP Image: Drug Trafficking Arrests and $22,000 Drug Seizure

THUNDER BAY, ON – September 11, 2024 – Officers from the Thunder Bay OPP, while on patrol, conducted a traffic stop along Highway 11-17 near Lakeshore Drive in Shuniah, uncovering a significant drug trafficking operation.

During the investigation, police seized suspected cocaine, fentanyl, and related items with an estimated street value of $22,000.

Four individuals were arrested and charged with drug-related offences following the search.

Charges:

  • 17-Year-Old (Name withheld under Youth Criminal Justice Act):
    • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (Cocaine and other drugs)
  • Leshaunda MURRAY, 30, of London, ON:
    • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (Cocaine and other drugs)
    • Highway Traffic Act and Cannabis Control Act violations
  • Sky BROWN, 31, of London, ON:
    • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (Cocaine and other drugs)
  • Kyler JOHNSON, 29, of Toronto, ON:
    • Possession for the purpose of trafficking (Cocaine and other drugs)
    • Breach of Recognizance

All four accused were held in custody, with a bail hearing set for September 12, 2024, at the Ontario Court of Justice in Thunder Bay.

Anyone with information about drug trafficking is urged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477. One of the best ways to stop the surge in drug overdoses and addiction is stopping the drug dealers who profit from poisoning and killing people in our province.

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