Angus man charged for cocaine trafficking 

Posted January 6, 2025​

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A drug trafficking investigation that started last November in Essa has led to the arrest of a 62-year-old Angus man.

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On January 3, Nottawasaga OPP observed the accused conduct multiple drug transactions sparking a traffic stop on County Road 10 in Essa followed by a search of the accused and his vehicle which yielded:

A functioning Conducted Energy Weapon (CEW),12 grams cocaine (valued at approx. $1,200), $1,550 cash, a baseball bat, three scales, materials used to package drugs, and drug paraphernalia.

 

Wayne Harris, 62, of Essa was charged with:

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking - Cocaine

• Trafficking - Cocaine

• Possession of a Prohibited or Restricted Weapon at Unauthorized Place

• Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose

• Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

• Fail to notify change of address

• No clear view to front

• Operate unsafe vehicle

• Operate a motor vehicle without insurance

• Drive motor vehicle, fail to display two plates

• Drive with improper headlights

 

The accused was held for a bail hearing appear before the Ontario Court of Justice on January 6th, 2025.