The accused was charged with possession of fentanyl and cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, along with related offences.
The Crown relied on text messages found on the accused's phone, which were admitted under the principled exception to the hearsay rule, to prove he was dealing drugs.
The court found that the drugs, located in a closet where the accused's cousin was hiding, were in the accused's constructive possession.
The accused was found guilty of possession for the purpose of trafficking, proceeds of crime, breach of probation, and possession of marijuana, but acquitted of weapons and ammunition charges.
