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BPS seize over $22,000 in illegal drugs after traffic stop

Brantford Police ServiceBPS seize over $22,000 in illegal drugs after traffic stop

Officers with the Brantford Police Service have arrested two men and seized a large quantity of illegal drugs after a traffic stop. 

Police conducted a vehicle traffic stop on House Avenue at approximately 11:15 p.m. on Friday, January 23, 2026.

Speaking with the driver, officers observed cannabis in clear view, a violation of the Cannabis Control Act. The men were placed under arrest, and a search of the vehicle located the following:

  • 232 grams of cocaine, with an estimated street value of $18,576
  • 70 grams of methamphetamine, with an estimated street value of $2,800
  • 14 grams of crack cocaine, with an estimated value of $1,120
  • Large quantity of Canadian currency
  • Cell phones

As a result, a 19-year-old man from North Dumfries and a 20-year-old man from Flamborough each stand charged with the following:

  • Have Care or Control of Vehicle Cannabis Available
  • Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1 – Cocaine
  • Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1 – Methamphetamine
  • Possession for the Purpose Schedule 1 – Crack Cocaine

Both men were held in police custody for a bail hearing. 

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