A traffic stop in Orillia has resulted in the seizure of cocaine and catalytic converters.
Police say a vehicle was stopped early Wednesday morning, when the two occupants were taken into custody and a quantity of cocaine along with seven stolen catalytic converters were discovered.
As a result, Matthew BAETSEN, age 50, of Orillia, has been charged with:
- Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
- Seven counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
The accused was held for a bail hearing on July 14, 2021 at the Ontario Court of Justice, Barrie.
In addition, Christie EBELING, age 37, of Bracebridge, was charged with:
- Possession of a schedule I substance – cocaine
- Seven counts of possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
The accused was released on a Form 10 Undertaking and is set to appear on August 17, 2021, at the Ontario Court of Justice, Orillia.
The Orillia OPP is committed to serving our province, including the Townships of Oro-Medonte, Ramara and Severn and the City of Orillia, by protecting its citizens, upholding the law and preserving public safety. If you have any information about crime in our community please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or report minor occurrences online by visiting www.opp.ca/reporting. You can also call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS)