(NORFOLK COUNTY, ON) – An individual was charged following an investigation into drug trafficking, which involved the execution of a search warrant at a residence by the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Haldimand/Norfolk Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU).

At approximately 12:08 p.m. on Monday, September 16, 2024, the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU attended a location on Highway 3 in Simcoe, Norfolk County, where they arrested the driver of a vehicle on sufficient grounds related to drug trafficking offences.

Upon searching the individual, officers discovered and seized a quantity of Canadian and American currency.



Around 12:52 p.m., the Haldimand/Norfolk OPP CSCU, supported by the West Region OPP Canine Unit, executed a search warrant at a residence on Oakwood Avenue in Simcoe, Norfolk County.

A search of the residence led to the discovery and seizure of a quantity of suspected cocaine and methyl​enedioxy​methamphetamine (MDMA), along with Canadian currency, drug paraphernalia, and a prohibited weapon.

Photographs of the seized items are attached for reference.

Charged with the following alleged offences is 35-year-old Justin HASKETT of Norfolk County:

Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine,
Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – other drugs,
Possession of property obtained by crime over $5,000 – in Canada,
Unauthorized possession of a weapon.
The accused was held in custody until their bail hearing at the Ontario Court of Justice in Simcoe on Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

The investigation is ongoing, and police anticipate additional arrests. Updates will be provided as new information becomes available.

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