Police seize crystal meth during RIDE program in Espanola

OPP also found suspected unmarked cigarettes and approximately $3,700 in cash; 41-year-old faces multiple charges

OPP file photoSource: Facebook

NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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ESPANOLA — One person has been arrested and charged after being stopped at a Reduce Impaired Driving Everywhere (RIDE) program.

On Jan. 6, 2024, shortly after 9:00 p.m., the Manitoulin Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was conducting a RIDE program on Lee Valley Road.

A vehicle was stopped as it was determined the driver was wanted. A search of the vehicle led to the seizure of suspected crystal methamphetamine, suspected unmarked cigarettes, and approximately $3,700.

As a result of the investigation, Johnathon Trudeau, 41 years old from Espanola has been arrested and charged with:

Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking - methamphetamine
Possession property obtained by crime under $5,000
Operate a motor vehicle without insurance
Operate unsafe vehicle
Possess unmarked cigarettes
Improper tires
Fail to comply with probation order

The accused was held in custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Sudbury on Jan. 8, 2024.

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