Two suspects, including one from Brampton, have been charged after two youths fell ill after consuming unregulated cannabis bought online.<\/p>\n
Investigators were alerted on May 4 that two youths became sick after consuming cannabis products purchased from a distribution website, York Regional Police say.<\/p>\n
Officers discovered that the website was operating without a cannabis licence, that the cannabis was unregulated, and that the operator of the website did not confirm the identity or age of customers.<\/p>\n
The investigation led police to raid a home in Vaughan and another in Brampton, along with a vehicle allegedly used to distribute cannabis products.<\/p>\n
York police say Artin Dawood, 30, of Vaughan, has been charged with possession for the purpose of distribution, distribute illicit cannabis, dangerous driving and stunt driving.<\/p>\n
Talia Dawood, 59, of Brampton, has been charged with possession for the purpose of distribution.<\/p>\n
Police are reminding parents to be aware that youth are increasingly accessing cannabis products through online sources.<\/p>\n
\u201cThese products may be unregulated, improperly packaged and pose serious health risks,\u201d police say. \u201cParents are encouraged to speak with their children about the dangers of purchasing unregulated cannabis online.\u201d<\/p>\n
Anyone with information about this incident can contact York police by calling 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7817. Anonymous tips may also be provided to Crime Stoppers by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting www.ontariocrimestoppers.ca<\/a>.<\/p>\n When you contact Crime Stoppers you stay anonymous, never have to testify, and could receive a $2,000 reward.<\/p>\n