Police swiftly stormed homes in Malartic and Rouyn‑Noranda overnight on July 9, 2026, capturing illicit substances, during tight oversight.\ They removed drugs from both houses during searches, locating sizable quantities, stopped further distribution.\ A similar sweep in Trois‑Rivières ended with three people in custody, highlighting law enforcement resolve, while reinforcing police presence.\ More drugs were impounded there too, contributing the haul, as part of the ongoing effort.\ The raids show a push to cut drug work across Quebec, mirroring a provincial crackdown, signaling a determined stance.