A 55-year-old Cobourg male was arrested on the strength of an outstanding warrant by Port Hope Police, related to a shoplifting offence. The arrest occurred with the assistance of members from the Cobourg Police Service.
Following his arrest, the accused was transported to the Port Hope Police station where a search was conducted and led to the discovery of approximately 50 grams of suspected illicit Fentanyl.
As a result of the investigation, Ricky Watt has been charged with the following offences:
- Theft Under $5,000 (Shoplifting)
- Breach of Probation x5
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (x2)
- Possession of Property Obtained by Crime
Watt was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Author: Pete Fisher
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