Sault suspect arrested on outstanding warrants, police find $11K in drugs
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A suspect already in custody had more than $11,000 in illegal drugs on him, Sault police said Monday.
The 29-year-old had been arrested on outstanding warrants.
“During a subsequent search of the accused, they were found to be in possession of approximately 20 grams of a substance believed to be methamphetamine, approximately 18 grams of a substance believed to be fentanyl, and approximately 14 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine,” police said.
“The total value of drugs seized is estimated to be roughly $11,000.”
Charges include three counts of trafficking and three counts of failing to comply with a release order.
The accused is being held in custody pending a bail hearing.
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