Kingston Police Drug Enforcement Operations Lead to Significant Fentanyl Seizures

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On Thursday, January 30, 2025, members of the Kingston Police Drug Enforcement Unit concluded a month-long investigation into fentanyl trafficking at an apartment building in the area of Montreal Street and John Counter Boulevard.

Acting on a Justice of the Peace-authorized drug warrant, officers entered the residence and discovered two individuals in possession of a substantial quantity of pressed fentanyl and a significant amount of Canadian currency.

As a result of the investigation a 37-year-old Kingston resident was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (Fentanyl) and possession of proceeds of crime (Canadian currency). The accused was transported to Kingston Police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

A 41-year-old individual of no fixed address was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (Fentanyl) and possession of proceeds of crime (Canadian currency). The accused was transported to Kingston Police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

In total officers seized 193.7 grams of fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $48,425. Officers also seized over $12,000 in currency.

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In a separate operation initiated by the Kingston Police Street Crime Unit in early January 2025, officers collaborated with the Kingston Police Emergency Response Unit to execute a drug warrant at a residence in the area of Rideau Street and Cataraqui Street area on February 6, 2025.

During the search officers seized 77.3 grams of fentanyl with an estimated street value of $19,325. Officers also located and seized various weapons within the residence.

As a result of the investigation a 39-year-old Kingston resident was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (Fentanyl). The accused was transported to Kingston Police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

A 27-year-old individual of no fixed address was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking (Fentanyl), three counts of breach of probation, two counts of failure to comply with court-ordered release conditions and two counts of possession of ammunition/weapons. The accused was transported to Kingston Police headquarters and held for a bail hearing.

These operations resulted in the seizure of over a quarter kilogram of fentanyl, preventing it from causing potentially life-threatening harm within the community. These seizures underscore the growing influx of dangerous substances, such as fentanyl, into Kingston and their harmful impact on the community. This aligns with increasing warnings from the Kingston Health Unit regarding the opioid crisis and the risks of overdoses.

Kingston Police remain committed to protecting the public and encourage residents to report any information regarding drugs or weapons. Reports can be made through the online reporting portal or by contacting Detective Sergeant Shawn Birney at 613-549-4660 Ext. 6323