Suspect arrested after $37,000 in illegal drugs seized
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Windsor Police Service News Update
December 6, 2023 |
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PUBLIC NEWS UPDATE
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Case #: 23-139954
Suspect arrested after $37,000 in illegal drugs seized
 The Windsor Police Service has arrested one person and seized $37,350 worth of illegal drugs.
The Windsor Police Drugs and Guns Enforcement Unit (DIGS) began an investigation into a suspected drug trafficking operation in November 2023. On December 5, 2023, officers executed a vehicle stop and arrested the subject of the investigation. During the arrest, officers located 20.7 grams of cocaine, 5.6 grams of crack cocaine, $260 in cash, and a digital scale in the suspect’s possession.
Following the vehicle stop, officers executed a warrant at the suspect’s residence in the 900 block of Lena Ave. During their search, they located a large quantity of drugs concealed behind a false wall. As a result, police seized 139.7 grams of cocaine, 83 grams of fentanyl, $3,230 in cash, and two digital scales.
Hilton Clunie, 29, has been charged with five counts of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Windsor Police DIGS Unit at 519-255-6700, ext. 4361. They can also contact Windsor & Essex Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.
If you or someone you know is an affected person in need of support, please call Victim Services Windsor Essex County at 519-723-2711 or the Victim Assistance Unit at Windsor Police at 519-255-6700, ext. 4879. | ||
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For further information:
Contact the WPS Corporate Communication Unit's Public Information Officer at (519) 255-6700 ext. 4441.
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