(TOWNSHIP OF WELLINGTON NORTH, ON) – On June 19, 2024, a member of the Wellington County Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) was patrolling Main Street North, Mount Forest. At approximately 11:15 p.m., the occupant of a silver sedan was observed trafficking a controlled substance.

As a result of an investigation, Peter A FORSCHNER, 58-year-old of Mount Forest, was charged with Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Methamphetamine and Possession of a Schedule I Substance – Methamphetamine, contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act. The accused is scheduled to appear in the Ontario court of justice – Guelph, on July 23, 20024.

Investigators seized nearly an estimated $1000,000 in contraband, drug trafficking equipment and currency.

Anyone with any information related to this occurrence is asked to call investigators at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous; you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit a tip on-line at www.csgw.tips. You may be eligible for a reward from Crime Stoppers of up to $2,000.

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