2 people caught with drugs, weapon during traffic stop in Brant County

Two people face multiple drug and weapon offences after a traffic stop in Paris.

Police say they stopped a car in the area of Nimmo St. on Nov. 16 after observing suspicious activity.

The officer on duty found and seized a quantity of suspected fentanyl, methamphetamine, and an imitation firearm.

Fentanyl, methamphetamine and an imitation firearm are now off the streets of @BrantCommunity thanks to proactive patrols by #BrantOPP in the town of Paris. A 31 y/o from Brantford and 34 y/o of no fixed address are facing charges after a traffic stop on Nimmo St. ^cv pic.twitter.com/HnsmhbzkqD

— OPP West Region (@OPP_WR) November 17, 2022

Police have charged 31-year-old David Hamilton from Brantford with several offences such as possession of firearm or ammunition contrary to prohibition order and possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine.

Kyle Lickers, a 34-year-old was also charged with obstruct peace officer, possession of weapon for dangerous purpose, and possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid (other than heroin).

The accused are scheduled to appear in a Brantford courthouse at a later date.

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