Meth Bust – Luc PRONOVOST Arrested Again!

(COCHRANE, ON) – The execution of a drug-related search warrant in Cochrane has led to the arrest of one individual and the seizure of approximately $65,000 worth of drugs.

On January 16, 2025, at approximately 9:30 a.m., the James Bay Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) with assistance from the North Bay CSCU, and the James Bay OPP executed a search warrant at a residence on Thirteenth Avenue in Cochrane.

During the investigation, one individual was arrested, and police seized drugs suspected to be crystal methamphetamine, with a total estimated street value of $65,000. Police also seized a cell phone, a digital scale, and a small amount of Canadian currency. 

As a result of this investigation, Luc PRONOVOST, 38 years-of-age of Cochrane, has been charged with:

• Possession of a schedule I substance for the purpose of trafficking – crystal methamphetamine
• Possession of property obtained by crime under $5000
• Failure to comply with a release order – three counts

The accused remains in custody and is scheduled to appear for a bail hearing before the Ontario Court of Justice in Cochrane on January 17, 2025.

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