Three arrested, one wanted after handgun, $270k of drugs seized from Welland home

Three people have been charged in connection to hundreds of thousands of dollars worth of drugs being seized in Welland. 

Niagara Regional Police say an investigation led them to a home in Welland near McAlpine Avenue and Hagar Street, where fentanyl, ecstacy, cocaine, cash, a credit card, a handgun and brass knuckles were seized. 

42-year-old Ryan Wilson of St. Catharines and 38-year-old Erica Santha of Welland were both arrested in connection during a traffic stop in Thorold, while 24-year-old Kristen Walker of Welland was arrested at the home. 

Police are also searching for a fourth suspect, 44-year-old Mitchell Channon of Welland, in connection to the investigation. 

The total street value of the drugs seized works out to over $270,000. 

(Written by: Matt Latour)