‘Well-organized’ group distributed narcotics in Ontario: RCMP [Video]

Nineteen people believed to be part of a “well-organized group” allegedly distributing narcotics in Hamilton and Niagara Region have been arrested and charged, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police said.

In a news release on Wednesday, the RCMP announced the result of its investigation into the group, which began in 2023 when they uncovered evidence of “sophisticated drug networking” in the Golden Horseshoe.

Since April 2024, the RCMP said they have executed several warrants in three rounds, resulting in arrests and seizure of large quantities of crystal methamphetamine, cocaine, fentanyl, and prescription pills.

In addition, multiple firearms, ammunition, ballistic vests, Canadian currency and other items allegedly used to help in the trafficking operation were also seized, the RCMP said.

“On top of that, several kilograms of suspicious substances have been sent to the lab to be tested for suspected narcotics,” Mounties added.

Among the 19 peopleapprehended were the alleged leaders of the group, who the RCMP identified as 41-year-old …