News release: Complex Drug Trafficking Investigation Yields Charges Against High-level Drug Dealers

FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Ontario Provincial Police in Project Fossil, a drug trafficking investigation that began in September 2023. As a result of the investigation, police seized large quantities of suspected cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, heroin and other illegal substances of an estimated street value of $2.7 million. 11 individuals have been charged with a total of 165 offences contrary to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, the Criminal Code and the Cannabis Act. 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