An Orillia man is facing several drug-related charges after being stopped in Rama Thursday afternoon.
Police say a vehicle "within the territory of Rama First Nation" was stopped at around 4 p.m. by a Rama Police Service officer to "conduct a sobriety check."
Gavin Bloomer, 20, of Orillia was arrested and charged for numerous drug and criminal-related offences. He faces the following charges:
- Possession of Schedule I substance – cocaine
- Possession of Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
- Possession of Schedule 1 substance – methamphetamine
- Possession of weapons for dangerous purpose
Police say approximately 150 grams of cocaine along with suspected methamphetamine was seized during the traffic stop. The drugs have an estimated street value of $15,000. A quantity of cash and weapons were also seized.
Bloomer was released from custody and will be in court May 14 to answer to the charges.
