For Immediate release: February 7, 2017

Hamilton Police execute search warrants after investigation into illegal marijuana dispensary

Hamilton Police were made aware of an illegal marijuana dispensary operating in the City of Hamilton. It was determined that the operator of this dispensary was committing the criminal acts of possession for the purpose of trafficking marihuana and THC because they were selling or giving marihuana or marihuana derivatives to clients.

On February 3rd 2017, just before 3:00 p.m., members of the Hamilton Police Vice and Drug Unit executed a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act Search Warrant at a business known as “The Medicine Cabinet-Dispensary” located at 1050 Barton Street East, Hamilton. An additional CDSA Search Warrant was also granted for Cloud Nine Headshop and Lounge located at 1048 Barton Street East, Hamilton. As a result of the search, police seized approximately $20,000 worth of marihuana and marihuana derivative products including: processed marihuana; edible THC based products.

CHARGED: 29-year-old woman from Hamilton, ON (Owner /Operator of the business)

CHARGES: Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – Marihuana, Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking – THC, Proceeds Under $5000

The woman was released on a Promise to Appear in court at a future date to answer to the charges.

The Federal Government has committed to making changes to the laws and regulations in relation to marihuana; however, until such changes are proclaimed law, the present provision of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act in relation to the possession and sale of marihuana remain in force. The Hamilton Police Service is dedicated to investigating all allegations of criminal activity, including the selling or trafficking of marihuana from dispensaries.

Anyone with information about any illegal drug trafficking is asked to contact police. To remain anonymous contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips and information online at http://crimestoppershamilton.com

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