Investigation into unlicensed marijuana dispensary results in arrest and seizures

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In early November 2024 members of the Kingston Police Special Services Unit learned of an unlicensed marijuana dispensary operating in the downtown core distributing illicit cannabis-based products. 

A formal investigation into the premises located in the Queen Street and Division Street area was conducted. Investigators applied to a Justice of the Peace for a search warrant under the Cannabis Act, which was granted, and subsequently executed on November 13, 2024.  

Upon execution of the search warrant Police located numerous ‘point of sale’ devices, advertising signage as well as unstamped tobacco products. Numerous cannabis-based products were also located and seized.

In total, investigators seized the following:

o    5254 grams of pre-rolled cannabis “Joints”
o    7582 grams of cannabis infused edible gummies
o    4058 pre-packaged bud marijuana
o    1041 unstamped tobacco products

The total street value of the items seized is $170,000.

A 21-year-old Kingston resident was charged with Possess cannabis for the purpose of selling it and Possession for use in production or distribution of illicit cannabis under the Cannabis Control Act. The accused is scheduled to appear in court on a later date.

Cannabis and Cannabis related products are legal but regulated, unlicensed sellers can undercut legal dispensaries by avoiding taxes and regulations. Kingston Police Special Services will continue working with regulatory agencies to shut down illegal operations, including storefronts, delivery services, and black-market dealers. 

Anyone with information regarding the illegal sale of cannabis within the City of Kingston is asked to contact D/Sgt. Shawn Birney at 613-549-4660 ext. 6323.