Downtown Drug Trafficking Investigation Results in Multiple Arrests and Significant Drug Seizure

 In the winter of 2026, the Brantford Police Service Core Engagement and Response Team (CERT) initiated a drug trafficking investigation in relation to a residence located in the downtown core.

On February 27th, 2026, members of CERT, with the assistance of the Emergency Response Team (ERT), executed a search warrant under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, at the residence.

As a result of the search, investigators seized:

  • 770 hydromorphone pills

  • 173 grams of suspected cocaine

  • 136.6 grams of suspected fentanyl

  • 9.5 grams of suspected methamphetamine

The total estimated street value of the seized drugs is approximately $70,942. Additional evidence consistent with drug trafficking was also located and seized.

As a result of the investigation:

A 44-year-old male from Brampton, Ontario, has been charged with five counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Hydromorphone, and Heroin), contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

 A 33-year-old male from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with five counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Hydromorphone, and Heroin), contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

 A 62-year-old female from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with five counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Hydromorphone, and Heroin), contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

 A 39-year-old female from Brantford, Ontario, has been charged with five counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Hydromorphone, and Heroin), contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

 A 62-year-old male from Brantford, Ontario, is to be charged with five counts of Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (Fentanyl, Methamphetamine, Cocaine, Hydromorphone, and Heroin), contrary to Section 5(2) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

 Additionally, a 28-year-old male from Brantford has been charged with Possession of a Schedule I Substance (Fentanyl), contrary to Section 4(1) of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.

The CERT Team is comprised of a dedicated team of sworn officers and special constables who are focused on proactive enforcement and addressing criminal activity within the downtown core. The Brantford Police Service remains dedicated to disrupting drug trafficking networks and removing lethal drugs from our streets to enhance community safety.

Anyone with information related to this incident or any other drug-related offence are asked to contact the Brantford Police Service: 519-756-7050. Additionally, information can also be provided anonymously to Brant - 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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