News release: Ontario RCMP shuts down one of Canada’s largest known “dark web” drug networks
FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Ontario in relation to the largest dark web drug trafficking investigation to date. Seven individuals have been arrested and charged with various drug-related offences. As a result of the investigation, the RCMP seized 75 kilograms of various narcotics, including cocaine and ketamine, 10,000 tablets of prescription and non-prescription pills, a number of electronic devices and drug distribution materials. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations.FINTRAC’s financial intelligence was recognized by the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) in Ontario in relation to the largest dark web drug trafficking investigation to date. Seven individuals have been arrested and charged with various drug-related offences. As a result of the investigation, the RCMP seized 75 kilograms of various narcotics, including cocaine and ketamine, 10,000 tablets of prescription and non-prescription pills, a number of electronic devices and drug distribution materials. With the financial transaction reports received from Canadian businesses across the country, FINTRAC is providing valuable assistance to law enforcement and national security investigations. Read More