Traffic Stop Leads to Drug Bust

Monday, 2 March 2026 18:04

By Geoff Waterfield

Police found fentanyl, and the driver's licence suspended

Police finding more fentanyl in Niagara, after a traffic stop in Welland.

It was Saturday afternoon when they were patrolling the East Main Street and Division area, and they stopped a vehicle.

Officers say they noticed what appeared to be drug trafficking items, and further investigation revealed the driver's licence was under suspension.

The woman was arrested, and police found over $1,400 in drugs.

They charged 38-year old Heather Caldwell of Welland with:

She was released with a future court date.

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