Drug trafficking investigation leads to multiple arrests and charges being laid

Release Date: September 1, 2023

23-34874

On August 31, 2023, members of the Kingston Police Special Services Division assisted by the Emergency Response Unit, concluded a drug trafficking investigation in the 300 block of Bagot Street.

Following the execution of two search warrants, two residents of Kingston and three residents of Toronto were charged with possession of proceeds of crime and possession for the purposes of trafficking fentanyl, cocaine and crystal methamphetamine under the Control Drugs and Substances Act.

Seized in the investigation were the following:

98.4g of fentanyl

28.4g of cocaine

60.1g of crystal methamphetamine

A large quantity of Canadian currency

A 2004 Porsche Cayenne SUV

It is of note that this investigation took place concurrent with International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD). The Kingston Police Special Services Division will continue to target those that bring in and sell toxic drugs in our city, preying upon the most vulnerable members of society.