Police arrest accused drug trafficker for bail violations

Windsor Police Headquarters seen on Feb. 14, 2025 in Windsor, Ont. (Chris Campbell/CTV News Windsor)

Windsor police officers have arrested a 26-year-old accused drug trafficker for violating his bail conditions.

Keith Florence was charged in December, 2024, as part of Project Kraken, a multi-month investigation by the Windsor Police Drugs and Guns Unit (DIGS).

Police say during a search of Florence’s vehicle, officers seized two kilograms of cocaine, 356 grams of fentanyl, three cell phones, drug packaging materials, and $950 in cash.

Later that month, Florence was released on bail with strict bail regulations, including house arrest and electronic monitoring.

Windsor police bail compliance officers began an investigation and determined he was breaching the conditions of his release order.

On Feb. 19, 2025, Windsor Police bail compliance officers, with assistance from the OPP-led Repeat Offender and Parole Enforcement Squad (ROPE), located and arrested Florence in the 1500 block of South Cameron Boulevard.

He has been charged with one count of failure to comply with a release order and remanded into custody pending a new bail hearing.

To report an individual who isn’t complying with their release conditions, please contact Windsor Police at 519-255-6700. You can also contact Windsor & Essex County Crime Stoppers anonymously at 519-258-8477 (TIPS) or online at www.catchcrooks.com.