The Chatham-Kent Police Service has charged nine individuals following the execution of a search warrant in Wallaceburg.
On July 29, 2026, members of the Chatham-Kent Police Service Intelligence Unit, assisted by the Emergency Response Team, executed a search warrant at a residence on King Street in Wallaceburg as part of an ongoing fentanyl trafficking investigation. During the execution of the warrant, officers located and arrested nine individuals inside the residence. A systematic search of the property resulted in the seizure of:
- Approximately 51 grams of fentanyl
- Approximately 27 grams of methamphetamine
- Nine oxycodone tablets
- Digital scales
- Drug packaging materials
- Canadian currency
- Cellular telephones
- Seven BB guns
- A firearm receiver
- Three compound bows
- Brass knuckles
- Various types of ammunition
The estimated street value of the controlled substances seized is approximately $11,900.
As a result of the investigation, nine individuals from Wallaceburg were arrested:
A 45-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
A 44-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – Ammo
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – firearm part
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – crossbow, firearm, firearm part & ammunition
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – firearm part
A 32-year-old female has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
- Fail to comply with release order – CC. S. 145(5) – weapons
- Fail to comply with undertaking – CC. S. 145(4) – firearm, crossbow, weapons
A 29-year-old female has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – firearm, crossbow & firearm part
- Possession contrary to order CC S. – 117.01(1) – firearm part
- Fail to comply with probation – CC S. 733.1(1)
A 28-year-old female has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
A 43-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
- Possession contrary to order CC S. 117.01(1) – crossbow, firearm part & ammo
- Fail to comply with probation – CC S. 733.1(1) – weapons
A 49-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
- Fail to comply with release order – CC S. 145(5) – weapons
- Fail to comply with probation – CC S. 733.1(1) – weapons
A 44-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
A 48-year-old male has been charged with:
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking methamphetamine – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession for the purpose of trafficking OxyContin – CDSA S. 5(2)
- Possession of prohibited weapon – CC 91 (2)
Several accused also face additional charges for allegedly breaching court-ordered release conditions, probation orders, or firearms prohibitions. All accused were held pending bail hearings.
The Chatham-Kent Police Service remains committed to disrupting the trafficking of illicit drugs within our communities. The investigation highlights the continued risks posed by fentanyl and other dangerous substances and the significant harm they cause to individuals, families, and neighbourhoods throughout Chatham-Kent.
Anyone with information regarding drug trafficking or other criminal activity is encouraged to contact the Chatham-Kent Police Service. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477).