BlackburnNews.com file photo of Sarnia police cruisers. (Photo by Melanie Irwin)BlackburnNews.com file photo of Sarnia police cruisers. (Photo by Melanie Irwin)
Sarnia

Alleged Drug Trafficker Arrested

Sarnia police seized drugs, and $10,000 in cash during a traffic stop Wednesday afternoon.

As part of an ongoing investigation, officers were conducting surveillance of a suspect and formed reasonable grounds to stop a vehicle in the area of Indian Rd. and Wellington St. at around 4:20pm.

Police say a search allegedly revealed quantities of crystal methamphetamine and cocaine.

Leslie William Shawn Hawkins, 40, is facing two counts of possession for the purpose of trafficking.

He was scheduled for a bail hearing Thursday.

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