For Immediate release: February 23, 2017

Police Execute a Search Warrant at a Dundas Residence

Hamilton Police officers received information about suspected illegal drug trafficking in the area of Governors Road. As a result of this information an investigation was initiated.

On Wednesday February 22nd, 2017, members of the Division 3 HEAT Unit obtained several search warrants to enter and search a motor vehicle as well as an apartment in the area of Governors Road and Tally Ho.

Just shortly before 6:00am, the HEAT Unit, along with other police resources including the Emergency Response Unit, and the Division 3 Crime Manager’s Office executed the search warrants.

As a result a man and a woman were arrested and charged.

CHARGED: Christopher Pike, a 20 year old man from Dundas.

CHARGES: Production of Cannabis Resin, Possession for the Purpose - Marihuana, Possession for the Purpose – Cannabis Resin, Proceeds of Crime Under $5000

CHARGED: Carly Fines, a 22 year old female from Dundas.

CHARGES: Production of Cannabis Resin, Possession for the Purpose - Marihuana, Possession for the Purpose – Cannabis Resin, Proceeds of Crime Under $5000

Police have opposed the bail of both individuals and they will appear in court to answer to these charges.

The following items were seized:

marihuana and suspected psilocybin laced edibles

Over 300 grams of processed marihuana

Over $200 in Canadian Currency

Over 20 grams of packaged cannabis resin (hash)

60 pill capsules filled with cannabis resin (hash)

items consistent with production and drug trafficking, some of which include; mobile phones, scales and equipment

Further to the items seized, a ring that is believed to be stolen was seized.

Detectives are looking to identify the owner of this ring and anybody with information is being asked to call Detective John Curtis at 905-546-2447.

The Hamilton Police continues to encourage the community to report any suspected criminal activities in their neighbourhoods. Anyone who chooses to remain anonymous is asked to call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit tips and information online http://crimestoppershamilton.com