Over $271,000 Worth of Drugs Seized in Drug Bust

Saturday, 13 June 2020 08:00

By Marcie Culbert

Five people have been charged in an NRP drug bust.

Officers found over $270,000 worth of fentanyl, over $1,100 worth of carfentanil and over $200 worth of cocaine after executing multiple search warrants on Thursday.

They also seized various drug paraphernalia, just under $50,000 cash and a 2018 Nissan Maxima.

Police have arrested a 29-year-old man from Welland, a 53-year-old woman from Welland, a 59-year-old man from St. Catharines, a 34-year-old man from Thorold and a 31-year-old woman with no fixed address.

They each face trafficking-related charges.

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Over $271,000 Worth of Drugs Seized in Drug Bust

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