The defendants, Arkadiusz Buksinski and Matthew Mcara, were charged with possession of fentanyl and crystal methamphetamine for the purpose of trafficking while inmates at the Niagara Detention Centre.
Correctional officers seized 14.5 grams of fentanyl and 18.7 grams of crystal methamphetamine from their shared cell.
The court found Mr. Buksinski guilty, based on his actions of attempting to flush contraband down the toilet upon the officers' entry and the location of the drugs near his bunk.
Mr. Mcara was found not guilty, as there was insufficient evidence to prove his knowledge or control over the drugs, despite sharing the cell.
