2 charged following execution of CDSA warrant
Posted Apr 18, 2025 03:15:56 PM.
Last Updated Apr 18, 2025 03:16:01 PM.
Two Ottawa residents have been charged following a criminal investigation into the suspected trafficking of illicit drugs.
The investigation, led by members of the Central Neighbourhood Resource Team, began in March.
With the assistance of the Drug Unit, Tactical Team and Front-Line Patrol, a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA) search warrant was executed at a residence in the 200 block of Rochester Street Thursday.
A release from Ottawa Police says officers seized a loaded shot gun, a large sum of Canadian Currency, and a substantial quantity of illegal substances including crystal methamphetamine, fentanyl, methamphetamine, hydromorphone and crack cocaine.
Laurent Brown, 51, and Cody McRae, were jointly charged with several counts of CDSA offences, several firearm charges, possession of a prohibited weapon, and possession of proceeds of crime.
Both are scheduled to appear in court Friday.
Community members can report suspected drug activity in their neighbourhood with Ottawa Police’sonline reporting tool. Anonymous tips can also be submitted to Crime Stoppers.
