Members of the Orillia OPP have laid multiple drug and weapon charges as a result of a motor vehicle collision on Highway 11 in the Township of Oro-Medonte.
On May 25, 2023, at approximately 10:20 a.m., Orillia OPP officers were called to a motor vehicle collision on the northbound side of Highway 11 in the Township of Oro-Medonte. The officers were led into a criminal investigation which resulted in multiple criminal charges including weapon and drug offences.
As a result of the investigation, the following was seized:
· Cocaine
· Fentanyl
· Methamphetamine
· Multiple prescription medications
· Prohibited firearm
· Cash
· Cell phone
Adam Longpre, 40 years old, of Timmins, has been charged with:
· Dangerous Operation
· Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
· Possession of loaded prohibited firearm
· Carry firearm in a careless manner
· Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
· Possession of weapon for a dangerous purpose
· Carry concealed prohibited device
· Occupant of motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
· Possession of Schedule I substance – Cocaine
· Possession of Schedule I substance – Opioid – Two counts
· Possession of Schedule I substance – Methamphetamine
· Possession of Schedule IV substance for purpose of trafficking – Two counts
The accused is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia on May 26, 2023, to answer to the charges.
Members of Orillia OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities. If you suspect someone is driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol call 9-1-1. If you have information about suspected unlawful activity, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or www.crimestopperssdm.com.
