The North Bay Police Service (NBPS) say they have taken a large amount of drugs off the streets thanks to a recent investigation.
Officials say on Saturday they were looking into the distribution of illegal drugs in the area. The investigation led to the arrest of three people, including a North Bay resident, at the bus terminal on Station Street.
Around 6:40 p.m., police say they saw two people getting into a van with the third accused. When police moved in to make the arrest, the driver started to drive away, driving into an officer. NBPS was able to stop the vehicle and arrest the three inside.
Officials add the officer received medical attention for the injuries sustained when they were hit by the van but has been released from medical care.
Drugs and money seized at the scene include:
- Approximately 502.2 grams of suspected crystal methamphetamine
- Approximately 77.7 grams of suspected purple fentanyl
- Approximately 161.5 grams of suspected cocaine
- $382.50 in Canadian currency
Police say the approximate street value of the drugs is $87,390.
As a result, a 33-year-old from North Bay was charged with:
- One count of Possession of a Controlled Substance (cocaine)
- Two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Methamphetamine and Fentanyl)
- One count of Assault with a Weapon
- One count of Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle
A 24-year-old from Scarborough faces two charges, including:
- One Count of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Cocaine
- One Count of Possession of Property Obtained by Crime Under $5000
The third accused, a 20-year-old from Brampton has been charged with:
- Two counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Methamphetamine and Fentanyl)
All three remain in custody pending bail hearings in North Bay.
