A Brampton man is facing drug trafficking charges after fleeing from an attempted traffic stop in Niagara Falls.
On April 13, officers attempted to conduct a traffic stop with a vehicle on Valley Way. Authorities say the car failed to stop and fled the scene.
Investigators later located and arrested the driver after a short foot pursuit. It was determined the man driving was not legally allowed to operate a motor vehicle. As a result, his vehicle was impounded for 45 days.
A search of the vehicle resulted in the seizure of 12.9 grams of suspected cocaine (street value of $1,548) and drug trafficking paraphernalia.
Authorities arrested 33-year-old Jevone Brown who is now facing the following charges:
Flight from Police Officer
Operation While Prohibited (five counts)
Possession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
Have care or control of vehicle with cannabis readily available
Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact police at 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009558.
Those wishing to provide information anonymously can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or via their website.
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