A driver is facing drug-related charges after officers conducting a RIDE program in Quinte West located suspected controlled substances during an investigation.
On Wednesday, October 14, 2026, just before 8:00 p.m., members of the Quinte West Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) were conducting a RIDE program at the Glenn Miller Road off-ramp from Highway 401 eastbound when a black sedan entered the checkpoint.
While speaking with the driver, officers observed suspected drug paraphernalia and suspected drug residue within the vehicle. Police subsequently seized suspected crystal methamphetamine and suspected cocaine.
As a result of the investigation, Bradley JONES, 46 years old, of Quinte West has been charged with:
- Possession of a Schedule I substance- cocaine
- Possession of a Schedule I substance – methamphetamine
The accused was released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Belleville, on January 11th, 2026.
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
