Canton police arrest 18 in two raids
Officers from multiple agencies executed warrants at a house and an apartment, seizing cash and drugs.
By Jenna Mitchell ·
Canton Police Chief John Gabbard confirmed that the Coordinated Response Team made 18 arrests on Friday after serving two search warrants in the city.
The operation involved support from the Stark County Regional SWAT Team, the Community Involvement Unit, the Stark County Sheriff’s Office METRO Unit, the FBI Safe Streets Task Force, and the ATF.
Officers first went to 927 5th St. NW. The department stated the home was uninhabitable, prompting contact with the city’s health and code departments. During the search, the humane society removed six dogs and three cats. Police also recovered one firearm, narcotics, and drug paraphernalia. Seventeen people were arrested at that location, facing charges that range from felonies to misdemeanors.
The team then moved to an apartment at 1020 Clarendon Ave. NW. The police release noted that a large amount of U.S. currency and narcotics were seized there. One person was arrested during that search.
The investigation remains active, with additional criminal charges pending. The Detective Bureau is asking for information and provided the phone number 330-489-3144 for tips.
