An illegal cannabis dispensary that popped up in a downtown Barrie plaza was shut down by police July 31.

The Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team, which includes Barrie police, raided the storefront operation at 153 Dunlop St. E. July 31.

Two men have been charged under the new Cannabis Act. Richard Barry Hewson, 31, of Barrie and Matthew Richer, 23, of Sudbury are charged with possession for the purpose of selling cannabis, selling cannabis and possession of proceeds of crime, which falls under the criminal code.

Police seized more than $24,000 in cannabis and cannabis related products and $4,300 in cash.