The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) has arrested a 35-year-old man in connection with a drug trafficking investigation, seizing drugs with an estimated street value of over $21,000.

The arrest took place without incident on the afternoon of May 1, 2026, when officers stopped a vehicle. This action was part of a targeted investigation by the specialized unit. You can find the official report in a media release from the Saint John Police.

Details of the Seizure

During the arrest, police confiscated a significant quantity of illegal substances and items related to trafficking. The evidence seized by the IEU includes:

• 61.88 grams of a substance believed to be fentanyl (including 10.88 grams of raw fentanyl)
• 22.94 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine
• $1,195 in Canadian currency
• A cell phone and digital scales

The total estimated street value of the seized drugs is $21,204.

Charges and Court Appearance

The 35-year-old male faces multiple serious charges. These include possession of fentanyl for the purpose of trafficking, possession of cocaine for the purpose of trafficking, possessing proceeds of crime under $5,000, and breach of a court order. He was held in custody and was scheduled to appear in Provincial Court on May 4, 2026.

About the Integrated Enforcement Unit

The IEU is a collaborative law enforcement body. It combines the resources and expertise of officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). This joint effort aims to create a safer community by targeting street-level crime.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was seized during the arrest?

Police seized over 61 grams of suspected fentanyl, nearly 23 grams of suspected cocaine, $1,195 in cash, a cell phone, and digital scales.

What charges does the individual face?

The 35-year-old man is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking both fentanyl and cocaine, possession of proceeds of crime, and breach of a court order.

Who makes up the Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU)?

The IEU includes officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the RCMP.

What was the total estimated value of the drugs?

The police estimate the total street value of the seized fentanyl and cocaine is approximately $21,204.