A British Columbia resident is facing multiple charges following a drug trafficking investigation in Thunder Bay.

The investigation got underway in May and focused on drug trafficking to Thunder Bay and the surrounding communities.

On August 26, officers conducted a search at a hotel, as well as two businesses and one vehicle.

During the searches, the following items were seized:

  • One kg of suspected methamphetamine
  • 260 grams suspected fentanyl
  • 40 grams of suspected cocaine
  • Seven grams of suspected crack cocaine
  • $6,500 in Canadian currency
  • Prohibited weapon (mace)
  • Cell phones
  • Digital scales

The estimated street value of the drugs seized is more than $120,000.

As a result, a 29-year-old is facing the following charges:

  • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
  • Possession of proceeds obtained by crime over $5,000
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
  • Possession for the purpose of trafficking – fentanyl
  • Trafficking – methamphetamine

The accused has been released from custody with a future court date.