A two month investigation into the trafficking of illicit drugs lead to the largest seizure of meth in Grey and Bruce Counties since a "super lab" was dismantled in 2006 on the Bruce Peninsula.
The probe lead police to execute search warrants at two residences in Hanover .
On Saturday police searched homes in the 300-block of 10th St., and the 200-block of 11th Ave.
Police seized over 18 ounces of methamphetamine, and small quantities of hydromorphone, cocaine and percocet tablets.
Police estimate the total street value of the drugs is $51,000. Police also seized weapons including some classified as prohibited.
And they seized $2,885.00 in cash.
Police say the amount of meth seized equals about 5,160 individual doses.
A member of the OPP Drug Enforcement Unit and a Saugeen Shores Police officer assisted.
Jason Rose, 44, of Hanover faces five charges including possession of methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking and 3 counts of unauthorized possession of a weapon. He is in custody until a bail hearing in Walkerton tomorrow.
Gregory Benninger,40, and Mellissa Milne, 40, both of Hanover, face a number of charges, including possession of methamphetamine, and possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose.
Both have been released until a court appearance June 1st in Walkerton.
Police have also issued a warrant for a 30 year old woman of no fixed address, formerly of Owen Sound, on similar charges.
Police says methamphetamine is a dangerous, highly addictive illicit drug that leads to health concerns, crime and social disorder problems.
They say the investigation will make communities safer.
Anyone with information on the use, distribution or manufacturing of methamphetamine is encouraged to contact their local police service or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222- TIPS.
