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$300K drug bust in Meaford

Drugs, firearms and cash were found during a drug bust in Meaford, Ont., Wed., March 27, 2024 (Source: OPP) Drugs, firearms and cash were found during a drug bust in Meaford, Ont., Wed., March 27, 2024 (Source: OPP)
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Two people are behind bars after a major drug bust in Meaford.

A search warrant was executed by various Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) units at a property on Concession Road 2 North in Meaford on Wednesday at 5 a.m.

During the search, officers discovered and seized a quantity of cocaine, ketamine, and crack cocaine, along with Canadian currency, firearms, and drug paraphernalia.

The value of the seized substances is estimated to be $300,000.

"This search warrant will undoubtedly have a long-term positive community impact on our area," said Detective Sergeant Jamie Blair.

A 59-year-old Meaford man and 45-year-old Meaford woman face a multitude of charges, including possession and trafficking of cocaine, meth and Ketamine, as well as restricted firearms and property obtained by crime over $5,000 offences.

The accused parties were held pending a bail hearing.

The Grey Bruce OPP asks anyone with information to call 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a secure Web-Tip, where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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