News release: Thirty-two Arrests Made and 158 Charges Laid in Project Foxxx, an Interprovincial Drugs and Firearms Investigation

FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Toronto Police Service in Project Foxxx, an interprovincial firearms and drug investigation into a Toronto street gang known as the Jamestown Crips. As a result of the investigation, 32 people are facing 158 charges. The investigation has led to the seizure of 9 firearms, 4.7 kilos of cocaine (approximate street value of $568,000), 6 kilos of methamphetamine (approximate street value of $480,000) and over $320,000 in proceeds of crime. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More