Major Drug Seizure: 137 Kilograms of Cocaine Worth $4.1M Recovered

A routine commercial vehicle inspection on Tuesday afternoon led to one of the largest drug seizures in recent Lambton County history. Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) confirmed Wednesday that approximately 137 kilograms of suspected cocaine—with an estimated street value of $4.1 million—was recovered from a vehicle near the Plympton-Wyoming border.

The investigation began just before 1:30 p.m. on December 23, when Ministry of Transportation (MTO) officers conducted a commercial vehicle inspection at the weight scales located off Highway 402. Upon discovering suspicious items, the MTO alerted law enforcement.

Members of the Lambton County OPP Community Street Crime Unit and the Border Enforcement Security Task Force (BEST) were dispatched to the scene. A subsequent search of the vehicle yielded the massive haul of narcotics, along with a significant quantity of Canadian and U.S. currency and other offense-related evidence.

“Canadian law enforcement and government partners working together is key to keeping our communities safe.” — Ontario Provincial Police

Suspect Identified and Charged

Following the seizure, police arrested Harmeet Dhamoon, 43, of London, Ontario. Dhamoon has been formally charged with:

The suspect appeared at a bail hearing and has been remanded into custody. He is scheduled to remain behind bars until his next court appearance on December 30.

Coordinated Enforcement

The seizure highlights the ongoing collaboration between provincial transportation officials and specialized border task forces. Highway 402 serves as a major international corridor connecting the Blue Water Bridge in Sarnia to the 400-series highway network, making it a frequent focal point for border integrity operations.

The successful operation demonstrates the effectiveness of multi-agency cooperation in disrupting major drug trafficking activities along critical transportation routes.