One person has been charged after a drug trafficking investigation in Bancroft.
In July, members of the Bancroft OPP received information regarding possible drug trafficking activity in the Bancroft area.
As a result of the investigation, one individual was arrested on August 5, 2026.
The next day, members of the Bancroft OPP executed a search warrant at a residence in Bancroft in relation to the investigation.
As a result of the initial arrest and the search warrant, police seized:
- Brass knuckles
- Spring assisted knife
- Cattle prod
- Almost 20 grams of suspected purple fentanyl
- Over 8 grams of suspected methamphetamine
- 10 suspected hydromorphone tablets
- A small amount of cocaine
- Just over $2100 in Canadian currency
- Other items associated with drug trafficking
Stefani Macsuga, 31 years old of Bancroft, has been charged with:
- Trafficking in schedule I substance – opioid
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – opioid – two counts
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine – two counts
- Possession of a Schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – methamphetamine
- Unauthorized possession of weapon – two counts
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of weapon – two counts
- Possession of prohibited device or ammunition – two counts
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Possession of weapon for dangerous purpose
- Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5000
The accused was held in custody pending a bail hearing.
Anyone with information regarding illegal drug activity is encouraged to contact the Bancroft OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, information can be provided through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
