The side of a Sarnia Police cruiser. 6 April 2023. (Photo by SarniaNewsToday.ca)The side of a Sarnia Police cruiser. 6 April 2023. (Photo by SarniaNewsToday.ca)
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SPS daytime patrols lead to drug arrest near Northgate Plaza

A 35-year-old Sarnia man has been charged with drug trafficking after three people were allegedly caught smoking fentanyl behind an Exmouth Street business.

On April 3, at around 3:30 p.m., plain clothes officers with the Sarnia Police Service (SPS) spotted the individuals while they were investigating a separate matter.

Police said one person was responsible for supplying the fentanyl to the others.

The accused, of no fixed address, was also charged with breaching probation.

He was held for bail hearing and remanded into custody.

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