Vehicle stop led to the arrest of three adult males from Hamilton and the seizure of a firearm, ammunition, cash and illicit drugs.

On Tuesday, December 8, 2020, shortly after 7:30p.m., a grey Hyundai Sonata was observed in the area of Barton Street East and East Avenue North.

There was a strong odour of fresh cannabis emanating from the vehicle.

Through further investigation, police determined the males were in possession of a firearm, illicit drugs, a large sum of Canadian currency and other evidence to support the trafficking of drugs.

SEIZED

• Crack Cocaine (116.7g)
• Fentanyl (17.3g)
• Oxycodone (Percodan)
• Cannabis (marihuana)
• Scales
• Canadian currency ($9,500)
• Firearm (Semi-Automatic 9mm CZ P10C)
• Ammunition
• Cell phones

CHARGED

• Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Knowledge of Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
• Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there was Firearm
• Prohibited Firearm - Loaded/Unloaded
• Possess Firearm with Altered Serial Number
• Careless Use, Carry, Transport, Storage of Firearm
• Possession for the Purpose – Cocaine
• Possession for the Purpose - Fentanyl
• Possession for the Purpose – Oxycodone
• Proceeds of Crime Over $5000

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