NEWS RELEASE
TIMMINS POLICE SERVICE
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On Sept. 1, 2017, at approximately 12:20 a.m., officers on general patrol observed an individual driving a vehicle who they recognized as being a suspended driver. Police initiated a traffic stop and further investigation revealed that the individual was wanted by the Ontario Provincial Police for an unrelated matter. He was placed under arrest.
A routine search of the accused revealed that he was in possession of a prohibited weapon, and was also bound by a prohibition order not to possess weapons or ammunition. Police also seized a quantity of controlled substances.
As a result, Terry Vaillancourt, 41 of Timmins, faces charges including possession of a prohibited weapon while prohibited to do so, possession of a prohibited device or ammunition, and possession of a Schedule II Substance.
He was released on a Promise to Appear in court with a future court date of Oct. 10, 2017 in Timmins.
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