Woodstock Police Service briefs

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Lee Griffi, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

Fentanyl Seized During Foot Patrol in Downtown Woodstock

A 35-year-old man is facing a drug charge following the seizure of a significant quantity of suspected fentanyl during a proactive foot patrol in the downtown core.

A Woodstock Police Service officer conducting foot patrol in the area of Museum Square in the early afternoon of Aug. 2 at approximately 1 p.m. observed a male holding drug paraphernalia. The male was arrested and police seized multiple containers containing suspected fentanyl.

The Woodstock man has been charged with possession of a Schedule I Substance. In total, police seized approximately 13.5 grams of suspected fentanyl. The accused was released on an Appearance Notice with a future court date.

“Woodstock Police Service remains committed to proactive drug enforcement and encourages the public to report suspicious activity. Fentanyl is a highly potent opioid, and its presence in the community continues to pose a significant risk to public health and safety,” said a release from police.

Charges laid following public complaint

A male from Woodstock is facing multiple charges after police responded to a traffic complaint on Highway 403.

City cops were notified by the OPP about a vehicle travelling at high speeds and passing vehicles on the shoulder on the morning of July 31.

The vehicle was located a short time later and police conducted a traffic stop on Parkinson Road. The driver, a 43-year-old male from Woodstock, was arrested and, following a Drug Recognition Expert he was charged with dangerous driving and impaired driving.

City man charged with theft and breach of probation

A 40-year-old man is facing multiple charges after police responded to a theft at local business during the morning of July 31. Police were called to a Dundas Street grocery store after staff observed a male concealing the stolen items. He was arrested inside the store and charged with theft under $5,000 and failing to comply with a probation order.

The accused was released with conditions and a future court date.

Driver busted going more than double the speed limit

Police clocked a car going 111 km/h on Springbank Avenue on Saturday. The street has a speed limit of 50 km/h. A charge of stunt driving was laid which comes with a 30-day license suspension and 14-day vehicle impound.