1 arrested after $7.5M East Ontario drug bust: OPP

Upper Ottawa Valley OPP seized 125 Kg of crystal methamphetamine with an estimated street value of 7.5 million dollars. (OPP media release)

By Mike Lacasse

Posted Mar 29, 2024 08:06:28 AM.

Last Updated Mar 29, 2024 08:06:32 AM.

Police say they arrested a man for drug trafficking after a traffic hazard complaint on Highway 17 on Wednesday.

Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) says just after 1:30 a.m. they received a call about a traffic hazard on Highway 17 in Head Clara Maria Township. Police say they found the vehicle and arrested the lone occupant.

Police executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act warrant and seized about 125 kg of crystal methamphetamine. Police say the estimated street value is 7.5 million dollars.

Investigators say they also seized a prohibited firearm, suppressor, Canadian currency and a motor vehicle.

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Police have charged Robin Moulton, 54, with impaired operation, possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking as well as trafficking in schedule I substance.

Moulton remains in custody and his next court appearance is scheduled at the Ontario Court of Justice in Pembroke on April 4.

The investigation is continuing.

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