Two Brantford residents are facing multiple charges after a replica firearm and several drugs were found during a traffic stop.
Officers were near the intersection of East Ave. and Alfred St. around 9 p.m. on Monday when their cruiser was nearly struck by a vehicle.
Officers conducted a traffic stop. Occupying the vehicle was a male driver and two female passengers.
While speaking with the driver, officers observed a firearm and drug paraphernalia in clear view. Information received indicated the driver was currently prohibited from operating a motor vehicle and was in violation of a valid release order.
As a result, the driver was subsequently placed under arrest. Search of the vehicle subsequent to arrest located the following:
- Approx. 151 grams of suspected Cocaine, with an estimated street value of $15,110
- Approx. 32 grams of suspected Fentanyl, with an estimated street value of $8,098
- Approx. 24.6 grams of suspected Methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $3,690
- Approx. 13 grams of suspected Crack-Cocaine, with an estimated street value of $1,330
- Drug paraphernalia including packaging and digital scales.
- Replica firearm
As a result of the investigation, James Ronald WILSON, 31, of Brantford, stands charged with the following:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x 4 contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
- Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose contrary to the Criminal Code
- Fail to Comply – Release Order contrary to the Criminal Code
- Drive while Under Suspension contrary to the Highway Traffic Act
Additionally, Rebecca Lynn JACQUES, 35, of Brantford, stands charged with:
- Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking x 4 contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act
Both accused were held for a bail hearing.
