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Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Seized – Two Charged - News

Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Seized – Two Charged - News

Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Seized – Two Charged - News

Methamphetamine and Fentanyl Seized – Two Charged

Oct 13, 2021

Inc. # 21-39442

On Friday, October 8, 2021 at approximately 3:20 a.m., Community Patrol Officers with the Brantford Police Service observed a motor vehicle parked at a convenience store parking lot with licence plates that had previously been reported as stolen. The parking lot was located at Colborne Street and Park Avenue. 
 
Through investigation, officers confirmed the male driver and female passenger from the vehicle, who were arrested as they exited the store.
 
Search incident to arrest located the following items:
  • Approximately 23.68 grams of suspected Fentanyl with an estimated street value of $6,390
  • Approximately 5.98 grams of suspected Cocaine with an estimated street value of $650
  • Approximately 7.26 grams of suspected Crystal Methamphetamine with an estimated street value of $1,900
  • A quantity of Canadian currency 

Information received indicated that the accused male was in violation of valid probation orders and driving suspensions.
 
As a result of the investigation, Evan Garret BESNER, 34, of Thorold, stands charged with the following:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x 8 – contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
  • Possession of Stolen Property under $5,000  x 2 – contrary to the Criminal Code 
  • Breach of Probation Order x 3 – contrary to the Criminal Code
  • Drive while under suspension x 3 – contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
 
And, Ashley Anne MULLIGAN, 29, of Niagara Falls, stands charged with the following:

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x 8 – contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
  • Possession of Stolen Property under $5,000  x 2 – contrary to the Criminal Code 
 
Both of the accused were held for bail.

Anyone with information on any other drug-related activities is asked to contact the Street Crime Unit of the Brantford Police Service at 519-756-0113 ext. 2286.  Additionally, information can be provided anonymously to Brantford Crime Stoppers by calling 519-750-8477 or 1-800-222-8477 or by submitting a web tip online at: https://www.crimestoppersbb.com/submit-a-tip/ 

   

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