2 from Timmins charged after opioid death in Latchford

Ontario Provincial Police say two people from Timmins have been charged after a sudden death in Latchford last fall.

On Nov. 30, 2018, OPP were called to the death on Empire Street in the community.

Earlier this month, police charged a 30-year-old Timmins man with trafficking a controlled substance. He's been released and is scheduled to appear in court next month.

On Monday, police announced a 21-year-old Timmins man was also arrested and charged in connection with the incident. He's been charged with manslaughter, death by criminal negligence, escaping from lawful custody and trafficking a controlled substance.

He's being held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court on Wednesday.

"Trafficking opioids is a serious offence," OPP Detective Inspector Laura Houliston stated in a release.

"Dealers are knowingly distributing products that cause harm or death. The OPP will continue to investigate opioid related deaths and is focused on apprehending those responsible."