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Published August 14, 2025

OPP arrest two after large drugs and weapons seizure in Midland

OPP - Midland drug and weapon seizures
Photo provided by Southern Georgian Bay OPP.

Two people were given multiple drug and possession-related charges after a residence was searched and a significant amount of drugs and paraphernalia was seized.

Wednesday, officers from the OPP Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) from the Southern Georgian Bay detachment executed a search warrant at an apartment on Hugel Avenue.

Two arrests were made at the scene. One of a 40 year-old man from Midland, the other a 35-year-old woman from Midland.

The man was given 12 charges, while the woman five charges, all related to drug and weapon possession and trafficking.

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SEIZURES

  • Significant quantity of cocaine and crack cocaine, purple fentanyl, opioid pills
  • Three samurai swords
  • Victor eight-shot pistol
  • Drug paraphernalia
  • Stihl concrete construction saw
  • Two hunting bows
  • Canadian currency

The man accused remains in custody awaiting to a bail hearing. He will appear before a criminal court at a future date.

The woman was released at the scene and will appear in court at a future date.

Wednesday's arrests are a part of an ongoing investigation.

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