Police have seized an estimated $20 million worth of cocaine and $2.5 million in cash after becoming aware of a trafficking investigation with roots in Panama.
In May 2026, an investigation dubbed “Project Golden Frog” was launched after Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers intercepted a shipment from Panama believed to contain a large quantity of cocaine.
From there, the CBSA contacted York Regional Police and linked the shipment to a suspect with ties to the City of Kitchener, Ont.
On June 11, police executed a search warrant at a residence and storage locker in Kitchener. As a result, police arrested three people, and investigators seized goods under the Proceeds of Crime Act and $2.5 million in cash.
On June 17, police obtained additional search warrants at a business, residence and storage locker. Police arrested two more suspects, and recovered hundreds of kilograms of cocaine along with additional cash.
On June 23, police arrested the final suspect.
In total, police seized 260 kilograms of cocaine with an estimated street value of $20 million, along with millions of dollars in cash.
Six people were arrested and charged with numerous offences.
An image of the suspects was not provided by police.
Germaine Dunn, 48, and Jeremiah Dunn, 22, both of Kitchener, were charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, unlawfully importing a Schedule I substance, conspiracy to commit an indictable offence, and possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000.
Dean Daly, 48, of Kitchener, was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking, unlawfully importing a Schedule I substance, and conspiracy to commit an indictable offence.
Patrick NKoranyi Kizito, 36, of Kitchener, and Abdifatah Abdiraham Omar, 33, of Kitchener, were charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking and possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000.
Natasha Thomas, 47, of Kitchener, was charged with possession of proceeds of crime over $5,000.
The charges have not been tested in court.
“Project Golden Frog is an excellent example of the strong partnership between York Regional Police and the Canada Border Services Agency,” said Deputy Chief Ryan Hogan of York Regional Police.
“This seizure represents an important step in keeping our communities safe.”
