NAPS officers intercept suspected trafficker as she arrives in remote community

WUNNUMIN LAKE FIRST NATION – REGIONAL CRIME UPDATE: A coordinated police response at Wunnumin Lake Airport has led to the seizure of suspected crack cocaine and the arrest of a 32-year-old woman accused of importing the drug into the remote northwestern Ontario community.

Airport Intercept

On the evening of Wednesday, July 9, 2025, officers from the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service (NAPS) detachment in Wunnumin Lake answered a call regarding suspicious activity at the community’s airport.

Upon arrival, investigators learned that a female passenger had allegedly arrived with a quantity of crack cocaine concealed in her luggage.

Police quickly located the suspect, seized the drugs, and took her into custody without incident.

Accused and Charge

The suspect has been identified as Mary Jane GLIDDY, 32, of Wunnumin Lake First Nation. She is charged with:

• Possession of Cocaine for the Purpose of Trafficking

GLIDDY appeared for a bail hearing on Thursday, July 10. She was released on conditions and is scheduled for a future court date.

Community Impact

Wunnumin Lake, like many remote First Nations in Northwestern Ontario, faces heightened vulnerability to drug trafficking due to limited road access and reliance on air travel for supplies. NAPS officials say airport interdictions remain a critical strategy for keeping illicit substances out of isolated communities.

Residents with information about drug activity are encouraged to contact the Wunnumin Lake NAPS detachment or report anonymously through Crime Stoppers.