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OPP seize approx. $17K in suspected cocaine during bust

Police also seized digital scales, packaging material, approximately $1700 in cash, and four cell phones; Two face multiple charges as a result
2024-03-21-opp-items-seized
Items seized.

NEWS RELEASE
ONTARIO PROVINCIAL POLICE
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On March 20, 2024, at approximately 3 p.m., the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) executed a Controlled Dugs and Substances Act (CDSA) warrant at a residence on Chalmers Crescent in Elliot Lake.

As a result of the warrant being executed, approximately 386 grams of suspected cocaine (approximate street value $17,000), digital scales, packaging material (dime bags), approximately $1700 in cash, and four cell phones were seized. 

The OPP's Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU), Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau (OCEB), Emergency Response Team (ERT), Canine, East Algoma Crime Unit, and uniform members were involved with the investigation.         

Emmanuel Jewell, 42-years-old, of Elliot Lake was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

Jeffrey Mowatt, 52-years-old, of Toronto was charged with:

  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine
  • Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000

The accused persons are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on May 9, 2024.

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