Hundreds of pills seized, northern Ont. woman charged after traffic stop

CTV News

29-05-2025

A 41-year-old North Bay woman faces multiple drug-related charges after a traffic stop led to the seizure of hundreds of pills.
The North Bay Police Service said, in a news release, an officer on patrol observed a vehicle make a brief stop at a known drug-use location on Main Street East around 1 p.m. on May 18.
Authorities reported the vehicle was later seen making erratic movements before being pulled over.
During the traffic stop, officers discovered open alcohol in the vehicle. A subsequent search allegedly uncovered drugs, leading to the woman's arrest. The vehicle search, along with a search of the suspect's person at headquarters, resulted in the seizure of 490.5 amphetamine pills – packaged for distribution – and four morphine capsules.
'The street value of the drugs was approximately $2,450.50,' police said.
The accused was charged with drug trafficking, drug possession, and breach of recognizance. She was released on an undertaking with a future court date.