WPF’s Integrated Enforcement Unit seize contraband cannabis from Queen Street business
A man and woman face charges after the Woodstock Police Force’s Integrated Enforcement Unit (ICU) seized cannabis products from a Queen Street business.
Interim Chief Mark Bennett explained the Woodstock IEU initiated the investigation in October into an illegal cannabis dispensary which set up shop in Woodstock.
He explained that the Woodstock IEU, the WPF Community Engagement Unit and the Department of Justice and Public Safety executed a search warrant at the Queen Street business on Oct. 22.
Bennett explained that police officers carried out the warrant, issued under the federal Cannabis Act, at the Woodstock Medicine Chest & Trading Post at 114 Queen Street.
Police took a 48-year-old woman and a 57-year-old man into custody. They will face charges under the Cannabis Act.
The police released both from custody with an appointment to appear in court in April 2025. The investigation continues, and additional charges are possible.
Police said items seized during the search included over six pounds of dried marijuana, more than 500 pre-rolled marijuana cigarettes, hash, shatter, edibles, and vapes.
While marijuana is legal, Bennett explained the sale of the product remains regulated.
He said the black market remains significant despite the product’s legal availability.
In a release announcing the search, seizure and arrests, the Woodstock Police Force thanked the community for its support and vigilance.
“Residents are reminded that unlicensed cannabis operations are illegal and pose risks to public health and safety,” police noted.
The Woodstock Police Force said the public can share information about these dispensaries by calling the Woodstock Police Force at (506) 325-4601 or the Department of Justice at 1-877-826-2122.
The public can also provide information anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), via the secure P3 Mobile App, or through Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.
