Greater Sudbury police seize fentanyl, execute 41 arrest warrants downtown
Police say a downtown initiative resulted in 23 arrests on outstanding warrants, 14 drug-related arrests and the seizure of 11.2 grams of fentanyl.
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Greater Sudbury police say officers seized 11.2 grams of fentanyl and executed 41 outstanding arrest warrants during a recently completed initiative in the downtown core. The Community Response Unit’s enforcement and engagement effort resulted in 23 arrests on the warrants, police reported on Nov. 6, 2026.
The initiative focused on concerns about open-air public drug use, criminal activity and social disorder, according to the Greater Sudbury Police Service. It also supported efforts to connect vulnerable people with community resources and services.
Arrests and referrals
Police said officers made 14 arrests under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act during the initiative. They also held 12 people for bail proceedings.
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Officers made 18 referrals to community and support services, with eight people accepting referrals, police said. The service described the initiative as combining targeted enforcement with community engagement.
Police said officers also work to connect vulnerable people with supports intended to address factors contributing to substance use, homelessness and other social challenges.
Continued downtown presence
The Community Response Unit says it remains committed to maintaining a visible presence downtown, addressing criminal activity and responding to community concerns. It also plans to continue working with partners including the Downtown Sudbury Business Improvement Area, the City of Greater Sudbury, Health Sciences North, the Canadian Mental Health Association, health-care providers and social service agencies.
About these reports
This article is based on the official statement linked below. Charges are allegations; everyone is presumed innocent until proven guilty in court.
Official source: Greater Sudbury Police Service
