Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking 2kg’s of Cocaine – R v BS and MT

R v Sangster, 2025 ONSC 6568

Counsel’s client was charged with possessing two kilograms of cocaine. The cocaine was indisputably found in their bedroom, in a suitcase tucked into their closet. Ms. T was in the apartment when a warrant was executed. She was the sole occupant of the home. Other evidence suggested that only one other person had regular independent access to the apartment – the co-accused. Through cross-examination and submissions, defence counsel raised a doubt in the Court’s mind about how the cocaine ended up in his client’s bedroom and whether she was aware that it was there. The Court acquitted both accused of possession for the purpose of trafficking