Thunder Bay OPP says a Highway 11/17 traffic stop in Shuniah led to the seizure of 372 grams of suspected cocaine and trafficking charges against four men
SHUNIAH — Four men face drug trafficking charges after Thunder Bay Ontario Provincial Police reported finding 372 grams of suspected cocaine during a traffic stop on Highway 11/17 in Shuniah Township.
Police said an officer stopped a westbound SUV at approximately 4 p.m. on October 11.
Further investigation led to a search of the vehicle, where officers located the suspected cocaine. All four occupants were arrested.
Brampton and Alberta Residents Charged
An 18-year-old man from Brampton was charged with:
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking;
- Trafficking in a Schedule I substance; and
- Two counts of failure to comply with a release order.
Three men in their 30s from Alberta were each charged with:
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking; and
- Trafficking in a Schedule I substance.
One Accused Remanded into Custody
All four men were held for court on October 12.
The 18-year-old accused was remanded into custody. The three Alberta men were released on conditions, according to police.
The charges have not been proven in court. All four accused are presumed innocent unless proven guilty.
