Niagara police say a sweeping organized crime investigation has led to the arrest of 30 people and the seizure of millions of dollars in stolen vehicles, drugs, cash, and firearms.<\/p>\n
The year-long probe, dubbed \u201cProject Road King,\u201d began in August 2024 after investigators uncovered a drug trafficking network with ties to the Niagara Region. By April 2025, the investigation had expanded significantly, drawing in multiple police services and agencies.<\/p>\n
On Sept. 9, officers executed 12 search warrants across Niagara, Hamilton, and Toronto. <\/p>\n
Police say the takedown resulted in the recovery of:<\/p>\n
38 stolen vehicles valued at more than $3.3 million<\/p>\n
12.25 kilograms of cocaine, 1 kilogram of methamphetamine, and 1.5 kilograms of MDMA<\/p>\n
17 long guns and three handguns<\/p>\n
More than $500,000 in Canadian cash and $4,800 in U.S. currency<\/p>\n
Investigators also seized gold, silver, and other evidence tied to the alleged criminal network.<\/p>\n
In total, 30 people were arrested and face 213 charges. Police say the offences range from drug trafficking and firearms-related crimes to fraud, conspiracy, and possession of stolen property.<\/p>\n
List of those charged<\/p>\n
Curtis Gravelle, 31, of Welland, is facing 42 charges, including conspiracy, drug trafficking, and firearms offences.<\/p>\n
Tim Gravelle, 36, of Pelham, is facing 12 charges, including trafficking cocaine and firearms-related offences.<\/p>\n
Brandon Barreira, 31, of Hamilton, is facing four charges, including conspiracy and possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking.<\/p>\n