A major cross-border drug trafficking investigation has led to the arrest of six suspects and the seizure of 260 kilograms of cocaine along with C$2.5 million in cash, York Regional Police announced.
The investigation, dubbed Project Golden Frog, began in May after the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) intercepted a shipment arriving from Panama that contained a large quantity of suspected cocaine.
According to police, the shipment was linked to a suspect with ties to Kitchener, Ontario. Investigators subsequently executed search warrants at multiple homes, storage lockers, and a business in Kitchener last month.
During the operation, officers seized 260 kilograms of cocaine along with C$2.5 million in suspected proceeds of crime. Authorities said the drugs were destined for distribution across York Region and other parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
Six suspects, all from Kitchener, have been arrested and face multiple charges, including possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking. Police have not released additional details about the accused as the investigation continues.
York Regional Police Deputy Chief Ryan Hogan praised the coordinated effort between law enforcement agencies, saying the operation prevented a significant quantity of illegal drugs from reaching Ontario communities.
“Through this collaborative investigation, a significant quantity of illegal drugs was prevented from reaching our streets. This seizure represents an important step in keeping our communities safe,” Hogan said in a statement.
Authorities say the investigation remains active, and additional arrests or charges are possible. Police are urging anyone with information related to the case to contact York Regional Police or Crime Stoppers.
The seizure marks one of the larger cocaine interceptions in Ontario this year and highlights the ongoing cooperation between the CBSA and regional police in disrupting international drug trafficking networks.
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