Fentanyl dealer arrested near local pharmacy

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On Tuesday December 17, 2024 members of the Hamilton Police Division 1 High Enforcement Action Team (H.E.A.T) began a drug investigation regarding a male selling illegal drugs near an unsuspecting pharmacy.    

During the investigation, Police confirmed that a male suspect was selling fentanyl and other prescription pills. Further, he was also openly trading fentanyl for prescription drugs. 

The male was arrested and charged with the following:

·         Trafficking Schedule 1 – Opioid

·         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Schedule 1 Opioid

·         Possession for the purpose of trafficking – Schedule 1 Fentanyl

·         Proceeds of crime under $5000

·         Possession contrary to order

If you have any information that you believe will help Police with this investigation, please contact the on duty Division 1 Staff Sergeant at 905-546-4725. Additionally, if you wish to provide information anonymously call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at http://www.crimestoppershamilton.com

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