Over 1,800 methamphetamine pills seized in Gatineau

West Quebec Post staff

The Service de police de la Ville de Gatineau (SPVG) conducted a search of a trailer located on rue Atawe, in the Lac Leamy area, on October 7. The police seized more than 1,800 methamphetamine pills, approximately 5,000 contraband cigarettes, and other substances.

According to a press release issued by the SPVG on October 8, officers also seized 2.17 grams of psilocybin, approximately 200 grams of cannabis-derived products, and the trailer itself.

The operation followed an investigation into drug trafficking. A 60-year-old man, Richard Rochon, a resident of Gatineau, was arrested early in the morning of October 7.

He was taken to the Hull sector police station to appear in court later that day. He remained in custody, according to information provided by the SPVG.

The man faces charges related to drug trafficking, possession of cannabis, possession of cannabis with intent to sell, and violation of a probation order.

The SPVG urges anyone with information regarding the possession or sale of narcotics in Gatineau to contact its Info Line confidentially at 819-243-4636, option 5.