Search warrant results in seizure of suspected cocaine

A drug trafficking investigation has resulted in the arrest of one person and the seizure of a significant amount of suspected cocaine.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Intelligence Unit obtained a search warrant for a local residence as a result of an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activity.

Members of the Intelligence Unit executed the warrant at a residence in the 300 block of John Street on the afternoon of Thursday, August 21, with assistance from members of the Nishnawbe Aski Police Service.

A male suspect was located within the residence. The suspect was arrested and taken into custody.

A search of the residence resulted in the seizure of quantities of suspected cocaine, along with cash exceeding $5,000 and paraphernalia consistent with drug trafficking activity. The estimated street value of the seized drugs is more than $150,000.

James MCDONALD, 55, is charged with Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Cocaine), and Possession of Property Obtained by Crime over $5,000.

The accused appeared in court on Friday and has been remanded into custody with a future appearance date.