From: The Review [Ontario]
Stolen firearms, drug paraphernalia, contraband cigarettes seized; two Vankleek Hill residents arrested and charged
A 70-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman, both of Vankleek Hill, have been arrested and charged in connection with a drug, contraband cigarette and stolen firearms seizure in Champlain Township.
On Tuesday January 9, 2018, members of the Cornwall Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), assisted by the East Region Emergency Response Team (ERT) and the OPP Canine Unit, executed a sarch warrant in the Champlain Township, resulting in the seizure of contraband cigarettes, cannabis marihuana, methamphetamine, hydromorphone contin and morphine, Canadian currency, and drug paraphernalia associated with drug trafficking. OPP also seized three stolen firearms with ammunitions.
The combined value of the seized property is estimated at more than $44,300.00.
A 70-year-old man and a 68-year-old woman, both of Vankleek Hill, Ontario were arrested and charged under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act with the following sections:
– 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 – (3 counts)
