Members of the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have laid multiple drug trafficking-related charges following a traffic stop in Quinte West.
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, shortly after 12:30 p.m., officers conducted a traffic stop in the area of Leopold Street and West Street. During the investigation, police arrested a wanted individual who was subsequently found to be in possession of suspected controlled substances.
As a result of the investigation, officers seized quantities of suspected fentanyl and opioids, along with approximately $2,000 in Canadian currency and multiple cellular phones.
Christopher JOHNSTON, 24 years old, of Quinte West, has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Fail to comply with probation order
Lawrence HAMILTON, 56 years old, of Quinte West, has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs
- Possession of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Driving while under suspension
- Driving motor vehicle with open container of liquor
The accused were both held for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice.
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca
Author: Pete Fisher
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