Investigation results in arrests of 4 people, seizure of illicit substances

September 19, 2025

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Four people face drug trafficking charges after police executed a series of warrants.


The Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit had been conducting an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity taking place in the city. As a result of that investigation, warrants were obtained and executed on Thursday, September 18.


Members of the Intelligence Unit located two suspects in a parking lot in the 700 block of Memorial Avenue. One of the suspects attempted to flee and destroy a cell phone in his possession. Both individuals were arrested and taken into custody.


Warrants were then executed an address on Cumberland Street North and at residences on Machar Avenue, Windsor Street, and Crossbow Street. Two additional suspects were arrested and taken into custody.


Through the investigation, police seized quantities of suspected cocaine, crack cocaine, and fentanyl, along with cash and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking.


The total estimated street value of the seized drugs is $116,000, while the amount of cash seized exceeds $15,000,


Amir ABDELRAHMAN, 61; of Brooks, AB., is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine), Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000, and Obstruct a Peace Officer.


Maurice BARTLEY, 57, of Thunder Bay, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine), Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000, and Breach of an Undertaking.


Ralston COLEY, 49, of Mississauga, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine) and Possession of Proceeds of Property Obtained by Crime Over $5,000.


Carin UPTON, 45, of Thunder Bay, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine) and Possession of a Schedule I substance (Fentanyl).


The accused individuals appeared in court on Friday and have been remanded into custody with future appearance dates.

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