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News
Media Release September 19, 2025
Drug Possession Charges Laid
In the early morning hours of September 19, 2025, Port Hope Police officers observed a vehicle parked behind a local business on Toronto Road. The vehicle appeared suspicious and was investigated.
During the investigation, officers located suspected cocaine and psilocybin (magic mushrooms), along with drug paraphernalia.
A 33-year-old male from Port Hope was arrested and charged with:
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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Cocaine)
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Possession of a Controlled Substance (Psilocybin)
The accused was released on an Appearance Notice with a future court date.
Port Hope Police remind the community to report suspicious activity.
Anyone with information on a crime are asked to contact Port Hope Police at 905-885-8123 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS
