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OPP seize suspected fentanyl, methamphetamine during traffic stop

Four people face numerous charges following a traffic stop on Andrew Street in Orillia
OrilliaMatters Staff
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NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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The Orillia detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) has arrested and charged four suspects, with numerous drug charges, after a traffic stop in the City of Orillia.  

On March 21, 2021, shortly after 9 p.m., officers were patrolling on Andrew Street, Orillia when they observed a traffic violation and stopped the vehicle. Upon speaking with the occupants, it was determined that one of the passengers was wanted on an outstanding warrant.  The officers continued to investigate and determined that another passenger had lied about his identity. The two were arrested and the observant officer located drugs in the vehicle. The remaining two occupants were also arrested and searches ensued. Officers located and seized quantities of fentanyl, methamphetamine and Canadian currency.  

As a result, Anita Sweet, age 40, of Port McNicoll, Michelle Jensen, age 43, of Victoria Harbour and Eric Brincat, age 35, of Waubaushene, have been charged with:   

  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking - Opioid 
  • Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking - Methamphetamine
  • Possession of a schedule I substance - Opioid • Possession of a schedule I substance - Methamphetamine  

All three accused parties were released on Form 10 Undertakings and are set to appear on May 25, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.  

In addition, Brandon McCue, age 36, of Midland, has been charged with the above listed offences, as well as:   

  • Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000 
  • Obstruct Peace Officer 
  • Three counts of failure to comply with release order  

The accused was held in custody and is set to appear next on March 29, 2021, via video link, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Barrie.  

The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com if you have any information on this crime or any other crime. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display and you will remain anonymous. Being anonymous, you will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.

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