Northern Ont. teen arrested, 13 grams of suspected cocaine seized

Ontario Provincial Police arrested a 19-year-old and seized approximately 13 grams of suspected cocaine and $540 in cash after receiving a call for assistance on Rupert Road in Kenora, Ont. (Supplied/Ontario Provincial Police)

A northwestern Ontario teen has been charged following a drug bust in Kenora on Wednesday.

Ontario Provincial Police received a call for assistance in the area of Rupert Road on Jan. 29.

“Police attended, arrested the individual, and seized approximately 13g of suspected cocaine and $540.00 cash,” OPP said in a news release.

The estimated street value of the seized drugs was about $1,000, acting OPP Sgt. Hayle McLeary told CTV News in an email.

As a result of the incident, a 19-year-old local resident has been charged with drug trafficking and possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime.

The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Feb. 25.

“Members of the OPP are committed to public safety, delivering proactive and innovative policing in partnership with our communities. Officers value your contribution to building safe communities,” said police.

“If you have any information about the trafficking of illicit drugs, please contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous.”