The Hamilton Police Service Major Drugs and Gangs Unit executed a search warrant on Friday, September 5, 2025, at a psilocybin dispensary known as Shroomyz, located at 1353 Main Street East, Hamilton.
As a result of the investigation, 36-year-old Michael Pinter was arrested without incident. Pinter has been charged with:
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking Psilocybin (Controlled Drugs and Substances Act)Possession of Proceeds of Crime Under $5,000
During the search, officers seized approximately 2,156 grams (2.156 kg) of psilocybin products packaged for sale, along with $1,244.30 in Canadian currency believed to be proceeds of crime. The estimated street value of the drugs seized is $12,440, based on posted retail prices.
The Hamilton Police Service remains committed to disrupting the illegal drug trade and protecting the safety of our community. Anyone with information related to drug activity in Hamilton is asked to contact the Major Drugs and Gang Unit at [email protected]
For those who wish to provide information anonymously, please consider reaching out to Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or submit your anonymous tips online at Crime Stoppers Hamilton’s Website.
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