16 charged in cocaine trafficking investigation in Quebec
The charges are the result of a years-long investigation called "Project Chrome" and led to people ranging in age from 24 to 73 being arrested.
Quebec RCMP have charged 16 individuals in connection with a cocaine trafficking investigation, known as "Project Chrome," which began in 2022 and involved officers from various specialized units. One suspect remains at large and is believed to be overseas. The investigation, assisted by the Canada Revenue Agency, led to the arrest of 11 people from Montreal and four others from Sainte-Julienne, Blainville, and Gatineau, aged between 24 and 73.
Six buildings linked to an alleged criminal organization were seized, and over $9 million worth of property, including 14 kilograms of cocaine and more than $145,000 in cash, was confiscated. The suspects face charges such as trafficking cocaine, possession for trafficking, laundering proceeds of crime, and conspiracy. They also face offenses linked to a criminal organization and violations of the Income Tax Act. A court appearance is scheduled for Tuesday, with 15 of the 16 charged expected to attend.
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