A Brampton man is facing drug trafficking charges after fleeing from an attempted traffic stop in Niagara Falls.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
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.<\/p>\n
Authorities arrested 33-year-old Jevone Brown who is now facing the following charges:<\/p>\n
Flight from Police Officer
\nOperation While Prohibited (five counts)
\nPossession of a Schedule I Substance for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
\nHave care or control of vehicle with cannabis readily available<\/p>\n
Anyone with information related to this investigation is asked to contact police at 905-688-4111, option 3, ext. 1009558.<\/p>\n
Those wishing to provide information anonymously can do so through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or via their website<\/a>.<\/p>\n