A Cambridge man is among four Hell's Angels Motorcycle Club members and one "hangaround" arrested in a raid on homes, businesses and a Hells Angels clubhouse on Weber Street West in Kitchener last month that resulted in the seizure of drugs, a restricted weapon and alcohol.
The 37 year old was charged with possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking and having liquor for sale contrary to the Liquor Licence and Control Act.
He is scheduled to appear in a Kitchener courtroom June 28.
Four from Kitchener face similar charges.
The Ontario Provincial Police's biker enforcement unit executed four search warrants on May 11, 13 and 21 with support from the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS).
The searches were executed at locations throughout Waterloo Region including two residences, two unlicensed liquor establishments and the Hells Angels clubhouse in Kitchener.
Police seized a restricted handgun, cash, about one kilogram of suspected cocaine, "a large quantity of alcohol," and electronic devices.
The five individuals arrested face 14 offences under the Criminal Code, Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Liquor Licence and Control Act.
The search warrants were executed with support from OPP teams from across the province including London and Windsor, and various branches of Waterloo regional police.
In a press release, OPP detective inspector Scott Wade, said the notorious motorcycle club is known for illegal activities that include drug trafficking, fraud, counterfeiting, money laundering, contraband smuggling, extortion, violence, and illegal gambling.
He urged residents to report any suspected illegal activity to police immediately
"Organized crime knows no boundaries, so it is essential that the WRPS has strong working relationships with our provincial law enforcement partners. Taking illicit drugs and firearms off the streets is saving lives," said WRPS detective inspector Gregory Hibbard in the release.
This investigation remains ongoing.
Anyone with information regarding illegal activity associated with Outlaw Motorcycle Gangs (OMGs) is urged to call the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
