A Hawkesbury resident is facing charges following a seizure of illegal drugs.

On Friday, July 10, 2026, the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) East Region Community Street Crime Unit (CSCU) executed a search warrant at a residence on James St in Hawkesbury.

One person was arrested at the scene. Officers seized more than 770 tablets of suspected methamphetamine (speed). They also seized $40 in cash, as well as items typically associated with drug trafficking.

Lisa Quesnel, age 35 of Hawkesbury is charged with:

·      Possession for the purpose of trafficking – cocaine

·      Possession of proceeds of property obtained by crime under $5,000

The accused has been released from custody and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in L’Orignal on Wednesday, August 19, 2026.