Police from Kenora’s OPP detachment have arrested and charged a 72-year-old man with possession of 50 pounds of cannabis.

According to a statement from Jan. 29, police say the arrest happened after they made a traffic stop on Highway 17. As a result of the stop, police, assisted by the OPP K-9 Unit, found approximately 50 pounds of cannabis, worth an estimated street value of $125,000.

Their investigation led them to arrest 72-year-old Ronald Roche of Bracebridge, Ont. and arrest him with possession of cannabis for the purpose of selling and distribution, and possession of over 30g dried cannabis in a public place. The accused’s vehicle was seized as part of the investigation.

Roche will appear at the Kenora Court House on Feb. 27 to answer to the charges.