The Orillia Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police have arrested and charged three individuals after a search warrant was executed at a residence in the City of Orillia. Over 100 grams of suspected Cocaine, several suspected Hydromorphone pills, a quantity of suspected Fentanyl, a crossbow, and other replica weapons as a result of the warrant.
In November 2025, the Orillia Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) began an investigation into suspected drug trafficking occurring at an address near Albert Street South and Barrie Road in the City of Orillia. Through investigation, a warrant was issued and officers formed grounds for the arrest of several parties with relation to the drug trafficking.
On January 13, 2026, at approximately 5:30 am, officers of the Orillia CSCU, Muskoka CSCU, with assistance from the Orillia Offender Management Apprehension Program (OMAP) and Orillia Community Mobilization Unit (CMU) executed the warrant at the address. Three parties were arrested at the scene, and the above listed items were seized.
As a result of the investigation, several parties are facing charges under the Criminal Code and Controlled Drugs and Substances Act.
John Greer (43) of Orillia, has been charged with the following:
– Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
– Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid x2
– Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
– Possessioin of Firearm or Ammunition contrary to Prohibition x3
– Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose x2
– Possession of Forged Document with Intent
Samantha Vernon (39) of Orillia, has been charged with the following:
– Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
– Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Opioid x2
– Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000
– Possession of Weapon for Dangerous Purpose x2
Both parties have been held in custody on today’s date to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice.
John Greer (63) of Orillia, has been charged with the following:
– Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking – Cocaine
This accused was released from custody and is to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Orillia at a later date.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia. If you have any information about crime in our community, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To report minor occurrences online please visit www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit your information online at www.crimestopperssdm.com. Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to call display, and you will remain anonymous. You will not testify in court and your information may lead to a cash reward of up to $2,000.00.
