Investigation by Intelligence Unit leads to drug seizure and charges

April 24, 2026

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A Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit investigation has led to charges.

 

On April 2, 2026, a home on Algoma Street South was searched with the assistance of the Emergency Task Unit.

 

During the search officers seized over 260 grams of suspected cocaine, 80 suspected Oxycodone-Percocet tablets, 329 suspected Nabilone capsules, over $30,000 cash and other items associated with drug trafficking. 

 

A suspect was also located and arrested.

 

The total street value of the drugs seized is an estimated $45,000.

 

As a result of the investigation, 40-year-old Cody VON BARGEN from Thunder Bay is facing the following charges:

• Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000

• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

• Possession of a Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid 

• Possession of a Schedule 2 substance for the purpose of trafficking

 

VON BARGEN has also been charged with aggravated assault as a result of an outstanding warrant.

 

The accused was remanded into custody after their first court appearance with a future court date.

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