Charlottetown Police say that a six week investigation has resulted in drug and other charges being laid.
On November 25, the Charlottetown Police Services Street Crime Unit attempted a targeted vehicle stop on Green Street, but the driver did not stop and fled from Police. Police say that while the driver was fleeing, a quantity of drugs was thrown out of the vehicle window and recovered by Police. Officers ended the pursuit for safety reasons. On December 11, Street Crime Unit members located the suspect walking on University Avenue. After a short foot chase, the man was arrested and taken into custody. Police seized 82 grams of cocaine, 43 grams of crystal meth, two cell phones and five thousand dollars cash.
A 48 year old Charlottetown man has been charged with Possession for the purpose of trafficking; Trafficking cocaine; Trafficking methamphetamine; Resist arrest; Flight from Police; Dangerous Driving. He’s been released with conditions and will soon appear in Provincial Court.
