Pubdate: Tue, 20 Apr 2004 Source: Petawawa Post (CN ON) Copyright: 2004 Petawawa Post Contact: http://www.nrtco.net/~ppost/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2138 Bookmark: http://www.mapinc.org/youth.htm (Youth) STUDENTS ARRESTED IN DRUG INVESTIGATION The Canadian Forces National Investigation Service (CFNIS), a unit of the CF Military Police, completed a two-month investigation last week with the arrest of one adult and seven youths at General Panet High School. The arrests, made pursuant to the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act, relate to alleged possession and trafficking of marijuana, hashish and other unidentified substances. The investigation is continuing in cooperation with the Ontario Provincial Police, local military police, and school authorities. Charges are pending against one adult and three youths. The youths cannot be identified under the Youth Criminal Justice Act; however, the identity of the adult will be released once charges are confirmed. "This is a police initiated operation and we've been pleased to cooperate with the police. We consider the school to be a safe environment for the students and we are anxious to ensure it stays that way," said Bryon Morris, General Panet High School Vice-Principal. "This investigation was undertaken to enforce Canadian law and emphasizes our commitment to ensuring drug-free and safe learning environments in our military communities," said Commander Steve Moore, Deputy Provost Marshal for the CFNIS. The CFNIS has a mandate to investigate serious and sensitive matters in relation to National Defence property and CF personnel serving in Canada and abroad. - --- MAP posted-by: Larry Seguin