Major Drug Seizure in Saint John

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) has arrested two men in connection with a drug trafficking investigation, seizing cocaine and cash with an estimated street value of $12,400. The arrests are part of an ongoing effort to address drug-related crime in the city.

According to a media release from the Saint John Police, the operation took place on Monday, March 25, 2026. Around noon, officers arrested a 56-year-old man and a 54-year-old man from a vehicle without any issues.

Details of the Seizure

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Following the arrests, police conducted searches of the two men, their vehicle, and a residence on Queen Street. The searches uncovered a significant amount of evidence. Police seized several items, including:

• 123 grams of a substance believed to be cocaine
• 1 gram of a substance believed to be crack cocaine
• $3,108 in Canadian currency
• A baton and several knives
• Two boxes of shotgun ammunition
• A cell phone, digital scales, and electronic money counters

Charges and Court Appearances

Both men now face serious charges. The 54-year-old man, who was a passenger in the vehicle, is charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000. He was released and is scheduled to appear in provincial court on May 28, 2026.

The 56-year-old man faces charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000, and possession of ammunition contrary to a prohibition order. He was held in custody and appeared in court on the morning of March 26. He was remanded and will return to court for a bail hearing on March 30, 2026.

The Integrated Enforcement Unit is a collaborative team that includes officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the RCMP.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the total street value of the drugs seized?

The total approximate street value of the seized drugs is $12,400.

What charges were laid against the two men?

Both men face charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine and possession of proceeds of crime. The 56-year-old faces an additional charge for possessing ammunition contrary to a prohibition order.

What is the Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU)?

The IEU is a specialized police unit composed of officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police, working together on targeted enforcement.