Two arrested on drug, weapons charges in Marathon

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MARATHON — Two people from Marathon face several charges after police executed a search warrant at a residence in the community.

Provincial police said officers executed the warrant at a McLeod Drive residence at about 9:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

Officers seized suspected cocaine, crystal methamphetamine, oxycodone, suboxone and psilocybin, along with cash and other items associated with drug trafficking.

The two accused — 34-year-old Matthew Johnston and 36-year-old Trina Bordeleau — are each charged with possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose, knowledge of unauthorized possession of a firearm, possession of a firearm or ammunition contrary to a prohibition order, three counts of drug possession for the purpose of trafficking, and possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime over $5,000.

Both remain in custody and are scheduled to appear in a Marathon court at a later date.

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