Search warrant in Walkerton yields $44,000 in stolen property, illegal drugs

(BRUCE COUNTY, ON) - An investigation conducted by the Huron-Perth OPP Community Street Crimes Unit, Grey-Bruce Community Street Crimes Unit, Organized Crime Towing and Auto Theft Team, and members of the Huron County OPP, resulted in the recovery of a stolen pick-up truck and seizure of illegal drugs, with a total value exceeding $44,000.

Wednesday, Jan. 10, 2024, a search warrant was executed at a residence on Chepstow Road in Walkerton, resulting from an investigation involving a stolen truck.

As a result of the investigation, police recovered a stolen 2020 Ford F150 pick-up truck (below) and seized a quantity of suspected cocaine and methamphetamine.



The combined estimated value of the seized drugs is $1,200.

The estimated value of the recovered truck is $43,000.

Donna DREDGE, 60, of Bruce County has been charged with:
 

• Possession of Cocaine
• Possession of Methamphetamine
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime - Over $5,000

The accused was processed and later released from custody with a court appearance scheduled in the Ontario Court of Justice, Walkerton, Feb. 14.

*THESE CHARGES HAVE YET TO BE PROVEN IN COURT*

Any person with information regarding this incident or any other incident is asked to contact South Bruce OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477). You may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2,000.