Muskoka Street Crime Unit Takes Gun And Drugs Off The Streets

On March 18^th, 2020 the Muskoka Community Street Crime Unit of the OPP conducted an investigation which resulted in the seizure of a loaded handgun, a quantity of controlled substances, and Canadian Currency.

At 1:55 p.m. two traffic stops were conducted on Highway 60 in Huntsville. During these stops, two parties were arrested for possession of a controlled substances. One of these parties was also arrested on the strength of an outstanding warrant. A search revealed a loaded .40 calibre handgun, approximately 7.5 grams of crack cocaine, and nearly $2,700 in Canadian Currency.

As a result of this investigation, the following individuals have been charged:

20-year-old Tyrese DOUGLAS-Hodgson of Mississauga, Ontario

• Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purposes of Trafficking
• Possession of a Schedule IV Substance for the Purposes of Trafficking
• Unauthorized Possession of Restricted Firearm
• Possession of a Loaded Restricted Firearm
• Carry Firearm in a Careless Manner
• Possession of a Firearm Knowing the Serial Number has been Tampered With
• Carrying a Concealed Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime under $5000

38-year-old Kristy Clarke of Huntsville, Ontario

• Occupant of Motor Vehicle Knowing there Was a Firearm
• Possession of a Schedule IV Substance for the Purposes of Trafficking
• Arrested for Warrant for Fail to Attend Court

The two accused were held in custody and will appear in the Ontario Court of Justice in Bracebridge on March 19^th, 2020 for bail.