OPP cracking down on illegal cannabis storefronts in Welland.
Several raids were carried out Thursday by members of the Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team along with Niagara Regional Police Service.
As a result, police seized cash, cannabis, hash, CBD/THC oils, shatter, cocaine, tasers and even a motor vehicle.
29 year old Natalie Liske, 35 year old Clayton Sherwood, 28 year old Joseph Pawlik, and 28 year old Joe Pimental all from of Welland were arrested and charged.
They are all facing five counts of possessing cannabis for the purpose of selling, five counts of possessing cannabis for the purpose of distributing, and proceeds of crime over $5000.
Pimental was also charged with possession of cocaine and a restricted weapon/device contrary to the Criminal code.
The suspects were all released from custody and are scheduled to appear in court at a later date.