Six individuals have been charged after an illegal cannabis production site was dismantled in Greater Napanee, resulting in the seizure of more than $7.9 million in illegal cannabis.
In September 2026, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Provincial Joint Forces Cannabis Enforcement Team (PJFCET) initiated an investigation into a suspected illegal cannabis grow operation at a property on County Road 12 in Greater Napanee.
On Thursday, September 24, 2026, a search warrant was executed by members from:
- OPP PJFCET
- OPP Emergency Response Team
- OPP Canine Unit
- OPP East Region Crime Unit
- OPP Provincial Asset Forfeiture Unit
- Lennox and Addington County OPP
During the execution of the warrant, four individuals were arrested at the property, and two additional individuals were arrested after fleeing on foot.
As a result of the investigation, officers seized the following with approximate quantities and values:
- 5,260 illegal cannabis plants valued at $7.9 million
- C$1,900
- 2015 Lexus RX350 valued at approximately $18,000
The following individuals have each been charged under the Cannabis Act with cultivate illicit cannabis, section 12(4)(a), and possession of cannabis for the purpose of distribution, section 9(2):
- The Tuan NGUYEN, age 46, of Scarborough
- Tru Vang Anh NGUYEN, age 38, no fixed address
- Zhenya JIANG, age 72, of Scarborough
- Chao Hui WANG, age 60, no fixed address
- Junbao WANG, age 59, of Markham
- Yongsheng XU, age 55, of Scarborough
The accused are scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Napanee on Tuesday, December 15, 2026.
The investigation also revealed significant fire, electrical and property safety concerns. As a result, hydro service was disconnected due to safety risks. Fire officials issued fines and municipal by-law officials issued compliance orders related to the property.
The investigation included consultation with the Canada Border Services Agency.
Anyone with information regarding the illegal sale or production of cannabis is asked to contact the OPP at 1-888-310-1122. To remain anonymous, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca.
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“Illegal cannabis production operations continue to generate significant profits for criminal enterprises while creating safety risks for communities. This investigation resulted in the dismantling of a large-scale commercial grow operation and demonstrates the OPP’s commitment to identifying and disrupting illegal cannabis production across Ontario.” – OPP Chief Superintendent Mike Stoddart, Organized Crime Enforcement Bureau
