South Bruce OPP have made an arrest following the discovery of a drug lab while they were completing an investigation into a weapons incident.
Police had responded to a report involving a firearm on the evening of September 9th. On September 11th, the South Bruce OPP Major Crimes Unit, the West Region Tactics and Rescue Unit, and the West Unit Emergency Response Team executed a search warrant at a home in Walkerton.
During their search, police discovered a drug laboratory within the residence.
A 51-year-old Walkerton resident was arrested without incident and held in custody for a bail hearing.
Police are expected to be in the area today with the Community Street Crimes Unit, Walkerton Fire Department, Bruce County Paramedic Services, and Health Canada, as well as other organizations as they continue their investigation. No disruption to traffic is expected, and there is no threat to public safety.
Anyone with information can call 1-888-310-1122, or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), or submit a tip through www.cstip.ca