More than $1.2 million in illegal cannabis and stolen property has been seized resulting in the dismantling of an illegal cannabis production site in the Township of Stone Mills.
In September 2026, OPP Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET) initiated an investigation into a suspected illegal cannabis production site at a property on County Road 41.
On October 7, 2026, a search warrant was executed at the property by members from:
- OPP PJFCET
- OPP Emergency Response Team
- OPP Canine Unit
- OPP East Region Crime Unit
- OPP Provincial Asset Forfeiture Unit
- Lennox and Addington County OPP
As a result of the investigation, officers seized 409 illegal cannabis plants valued at approximately $245,000, processed illegal cannabis valued at approximately $960,000 and a stolen vehicle valued at approximately $80,000.
The investigation also revealed significant fire, electrical and property safety concerns. Fire officials issued fines, municipal by-law officials issued compliance orders and hydro service was disconnected due to safety risks.
No individuals were located during the execution of the search warrant. The investigation is ongoing.
