KAWARTHA LAKES-A 29-year-old Oshawa man who is on probation is facing charges after an incident early this morning in Lindsay.
At approximately 4:00am on Friday June 9, 2023, Kawartha Lakes Police responded to a disturbance call at a residence in the area of Russell Street and Sussex Street in Lindsay. The caller reported a guest had left the residence, taking property that did not belong to him. Officers searched the area, locating the suspect a short distance away. Police say the male was found in possession of stolen property and placed under arrest. Police allege he provided a false name and was found in possession of over $700,000 worth of drugs including:
- Cocaine – 595 grams
- Methamphetamine – 565 grams
- Heroin – 12 grams
- Fentanyl – 1.6 kilograms
As a result of the investigation, Â 29-year-old Shimon James of Oshawa was arrested and charged with:
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Methamphetamine
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Heroin
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of Trafficking- Fentanyl
- Obstruct Peace Officer
- Theft over $5000
- Fail to comply with probation order
The accused was held for a bail hearing and will appear at the Ontario Court of Justice, located at 440 Kent Street West in Lindsay.