A traffic stop in Muskoka Lakes Township has led to numerous weapon and drug charges being laid against two people.
On Sept. 14 at 12:10 a.m., a Bracebridge OPP officer patrolling on Muskoka Road 169, near Acton Island Road, noticed a vehicle travelling at a high rate of speed.
During the traffic stop, police say one occupant of the vehicle said they needed medical care. Paramedics attended and took the person to hospital for an unrelated, non-life-threatening condition, according to a news release.
Clayton Eisan, 34, of Port Carling, has been charged with the following:
- Operation while impaired
- Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
- Obstructing a peace officer
- Personation with intent to avoid arrest, prosecution or obstruct justice
- Breach of recognizance
- Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Being an occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
- Transporting a firearm in a careless manner
- Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order
- Several Highway Traffic Act offences
Charity Thompson, 43, of Barrie, has been charged with the following:
- Possession of Schedule 1 substance for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine)
- Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose
- Unauthorized possession of a prohibited or restricted firearm
- Knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm
- Carrying a concealed weapon
- Being an occupant of a motor vehicle knowing there was a firearm
- Transporting a firearm in a careless manner
- Possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order
None of the allegations have been tested in court.
Both accused were held in custody and were scheduled to have a Sept. 20 court date in Bracebridge.
