The North Bay Police Service has arrested a 41-year-old man for weapon and drug trafficking offences, and seized approximately $12,000 worth of illegal drugs.
On December 19 a man was seen outside of a convenience store on O’Brien Street. He was wanted by police on an outstanding warrant and was arrested. A police search found illegal drugs and weapons.
Police seized:
- 75 grams of cocaine
- 5 grams of Fentanyl
- 2 grams of heroin
- Two knives
- A can of bear mace
- Drug trafficking equipment
- cash
The street value of the drugs seized is approximately $12,000.
Stephen Cornish, 41, of North Bay is charged with:
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Three counts of possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking
- Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Two counts of failing to comply with a probation order
Cornish was held in custody pending a bail hearing at the North Bay Courthouse.
