OPP say they have arrested and charged two suspects following a traffic stop in which cocaine and catalytic converters were located, in a vehicle, in the City of Orillia.
On July 14, 2021, at 4 a.m., an officer conducted a traffic stop on Wyandotte Street. Investigation led to the arrest of the two occupants of the vehicle, when a quantity of cocaine was located and seized. Further search led to the discovery of seven stolen catalytic converters.
As a result, Matthew Baetsen, age 50, of Orillia, has been charged with:
- Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
- Seven counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
The accused was held for a bail hearing
In addition, Christie Ebeling, age 37, of Bracebridge, was charged with:
- Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
- Seven counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on August 17, 2021, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.