OPP use warrant to find drugs in Leamington
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A search warrant used in Leamington has led to charges for a Lakeshore resident.
On Sept. 18, OPP officers and the street crime units entered a home on Heritage Garden Crescent in Leamington where they found drugs, drug paraphernalia and Canadian currency.
A 62-year-old woman has been charged with possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking, methamphetamine and is scheduled to appear in court in October.
The investigation is ongoing.
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