Durham Regional Police – Drug Investigation Results in $7 Million Seizure

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An investigation by the Drug Enforcement Unit (DEU) has resulted in one of DRPS’ largest drug seizures.

On Monday, February 23, 2026, investigators with DRPS’ DEU concluded a drug investigation that resulted in one of DRPS’ largest drug seizures. Investigators took a 17-year-old male into custody for possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, and subsequently executed a search warrant at a facility in Toronto.

During the search warrant, 325 kilograms of cocaine, valued at over $7 million was located and seized.
Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact the Drug Enforcement Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5802.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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