Multiple Drug Busts Lead to Several Arrests in Belleville Ontario
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A series of investigations and a traffic stop led to a busy and productive day for Belleville Police on April 9th, 2026, resulting in multiple arrests and the seizure of fentanyl, cocaine, cash, and weapons.
Search Warrants and Fentanyl Trafficking Arrests
Members of the Belleville Police Intelligence and Street Crime Unit conducted a Controlled Drugs and Substances Act investigation that led to a motor vehicle stop in the area of Ann Street and Dundas Street.
As a result of the initial stop, two individuals were arrested. Abdullahi Mohamed, a 26-year-old Toronto man, was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl, possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000, and two counts of failing to comply with an undertaking. He was held for a bail hearing.
Shelby Claus, a 19-year-old Belleville woman, was also arrested and charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl and possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000. She was held for a bail hearing.
Following the traffic stop, officers executed two drug search warrants within the City of Belleville, with assistance from the K9 Unit and Emergency Response Unit. That operation led to three additional arrests.
Samantha Lajoie, a 20-year-old Belleville woman, was charged with;
possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl
possession of proceeds of crime
failure to comply with a probation order, and
She was subsequently arrested on an outstanding warrant.
Michael Gunn, a 41-year-old Belleville man, faces charges including;
possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl
possession of proceeds of crime
and failure to comply with a probation order.
Both were held for bail hearings.
Todd MacDonald, a 54-year-old Belleville man, was charged with;
unauthorized possession of a prohibited weapon
He was later released on an undertaking with a scheduled court date in May.
Police seized approximately 2 grams of fentanyl, $595 in Canadian currency, an imitation handgun, and multiple cell phones as part of the investigation.
Traffic Stop Leads to Cocaine Trafficking Charges
Later that evening, at approximately 9:46 p.m., Belleville Police conducted a traffic stop in the city’s west end that led to another round of arrests tied to drug trafficking.
During the stop, officers spoke with the driver and two passengers before initiating an investigation.
Tyler Hill, a 36-year-old Belleville man, was arrested and held for a bail hearing. He faces multiple charges, including; four counts of operating a vehicle while prohibited under the Criminal Code, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, and failure to comply with a probation order.
Daniel Hill, a 65-year-old Belleville man, was charged with; possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000.
Brandon Macleod, a 42-year-old Belleville man, was also arrested and charged with; possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine.
The three accused were detained in custody awaiting a bail hearing.
Officers seized approximately 3 grams of cocaine, a digital scale, a cell phone, and $60 in Canadian currency.
Police say these incidents highlight their ongoing commitment to protecting community safety and addressing drug-related activity in Belleville.
Anyone with information related to these incidents is encouraged to contact Belleville Police or submit tips anonymously through Crime Stoppers.
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