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Drug Bust In Wheatley Leads To Arrest

The OPP executed a search warrant at a Wheatley residence on February 20, 2026. (Submitted photo)

A Wheatley resident is facing charges following a drug bust.

The Ontario Provincial Police said officers executed a search warrant at a residence in Wheatley at around 5 a.m. on Friday.

Authorities seized suspected cocaine, Canadian and US currency, and drug related paraphernalia with a total estimated value of over $5,000.

As a result, a 37-year-old from Wheatley was arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, breaching a release order, and possession of proceeds obtained by crime under $5,000. The accused was held in custody for a bail hearing.

Anyone with additional information that could assist with this investigation is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers anonymously at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS).