HAMILTON – The RCMP says two men are facing charges following an investigation into the possible diversion of opioids from a Hamilton pharmacy.
Police say the investigation began in February 2018 when the RCMP received a referral from Health Canada regarding Mt. Cross Pharmacy.
They say one of the part-owners of the pharmacy – a 40-year-old man – was arrested on May 4 and officers seized 6,800 oxycodone tablets, 40 fentanyl patches and more than $60,000 in cash.
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He has been charged with fraud under $5,000, uttering forged documents and possession for the purpose of trafficking, and is to appear in court on June 13.
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The RCMP says search warrants were executed at the man’s home, Mt. Cross Pharmacy, and Mountain RX and Health Care.
The other pharmacy part-owner – a 48-year-old Hamilton man – is charged with contravening the regulations of the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and is to appear in court on July 11.
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