Quebec woman charged following drone drop in Gravenhurst

A 27-year-old woman from Quebec has been charged after police uncovered possible plans for a drone drop in Gravenhurst.

According to police, shortly after 1 a.m. on Oct. 18, members of the Central Region OPP Emergency Response Team were patrolling Gravenhurst when they investigated a suspicious vehicle parked on Barnes Road.

During the investigation, police said officers found items, including a drone, that were believed to be connected to attempts to traffic contraband into a nearby correctional facility.

As a result, the woman from Quebec was charged with the following:

  • Possession of Schedule I substance (Methamphetamine) for the purposes of trafficking
  • Two counts of possession for the purpose of distributing
  • Two counts of possession of contraband…before visitor control point in a penitentiary
  • Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking

The accused is slated to appear in court on Nov. 17.

Mauricio Prado
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Mauricio Prado is a journalist seeking narratives beyond the surface to connect with people and community. A graduate of Fanshawe College's journalism program, Mauricio brings a keen eye for detail and a passion for storytelling to his work. His Salvadoran roots combined with his knowledge, allow him to bring a global perspective and sharp cultural understanding to his storytelling. If you have a story to share, email mprado@vistaradio.ca

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