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Six individuals are facing a total of 64 charges in the St. Thomas Police Service multi-month drug-trafficking investigation known as Project Apex.
The investigation began in March, 2026 after members of the St. Thomas Police Service identified individuals suspected of trafficking fentanyl and other controlled substances to people at heightened risk of exploitation and drug-related harm.
During the investigation, officers executed search warrants at several locations in St. Thomas.
Numerous items, including weapons, were seized along with drugs with a street value of over $32,000:
- 194.3 grams of fentanyl – estimated street value of $19,430
- 54.4 grams of cocaine – estimated street value of $5,440
- 22.6 grams of methamphetamine – estimated street value of $2,260
- 16.8 grams of crack cocaine – estimated street value of $1,680
- 487 prescription tablets, including Oxycodone, Dilaudid, Morphine and other suspected controlled substances – estimated street value of $3,375
- $4,016.28 in Canadian currency
- One conducted energy weapon
- One crossbow
- Ammunition
In a media statement, St. Thomas Police Chief Marc Roskamp stressed, “Project Apex demonstrates our commitment to holding accountable those who profit from trafficking dangerous substances and exploiting people who may be particularly vulnerable to drug-related harm.
“Fentanyl continues to have devastating consequences for individuals, families and our broader community. Addressing this threat requires a balanced approach, focused on enforcement against those who traffic these substances, while supporting collaborative health, social service, housing and recovery pathways for people affected by addiction. I want to recognize the professionalism and dedication of our investigators and thank the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario for its important support.
“The successful completion of this investigation was made possible through funding provided by the Ontario Government, Ministry of the Solicitor General in which the Criminal Intelligence Service Ontario supported this investigation. These partnerships strengthen our local collective ability to protect vulnerable community members and enhance public safety throughout St. Thomas.”
