Windsor Police Make Arrest in Glengarry Drug Trafficking Investigation
In a targeted operation aimed at curbing illegal drug activity, the Windsor Police Service has charged a 46-year-old man with drug trafficking following a significant seizure in the Glengarry neighbourhood. The arrest comes as part of an ongoing community safety initiative that has already shown promising results in reducing crime rates in the area.
Details of the Drug Bust and Seizure
The Windsor Police Service's Drugs and Guns Unit (DIGS) launched an investigation into suspected drug trafficking activities within the Glengarry Housing Complex. On February 5, 2026, just before 8 p.m., officers from the DIGS unit, with support from the Emergency Services Unit, located the suspect at a residence in the 300 block of Glengarry Avenue.
After executing a search warrant at the property, police confiscated a substantial quantity of illegal substances with an estimated street value of $8,000. The seized items included:
- 39 grams of fentanyl
- 53 grams of cocaine
- 1 gram of methamphetamine
In addition to the narcotics, investigators also recovered a debt list, a digital scale, and $365 in cash from the residence. The 46-year-old suspect now faces two counts of possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.
Community Safety Initiative Shows Positive Results
This arrest occurs within the context of a broader police initiative that has maintained an increased presence in the 300 and 400 blocks of Glengarry Avenue. The enhanced police visibility represents a concerted effort to improve safety and reduce criminal activity throughout the neighbourhood.
According to official reports, the Glengarry safety initiative, which launched in August 2024, has yielded significant crime reduction statistics by August 2025. Police data indicates:
- A dramatic 63% decrease in drug-related crimes
- A 38% reduction in crimes against persons
- A 45% decline in property crimes
These statistics suggest that the community-focused policing approach is having a measurable impact on public safety in the Glengarry area, with the recent arrest representing a continuation of these enforcement efforts.
Information Requests and Support Services
Windsor police are encouraging anyone with additional information about drug trafficking activities in the Glengarry neighbourhood to contact the Drugs and Guns Unit directly at 519-255-6700, extension 4361. Anonymous tips may also be submitted to Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers at 519-258-8477.
For individuals affected by crime who require support services, Victim Services Windsor Essex County can be reached at 519-723-2711. Alternatively, the Windsor Police Service Victim Assistance Unit is available at 519-255-6700, extension 4879.
The Windsor Police Service continues to emphasize its commitment to community safety through both enforcement actions and collaborative approaches with residents. The Glengarry initiative represents one example of how targeted policing strategies can contribute to meaningful crime reduction in specific neighbourhoods.
