A man aged 43 faces multiple charges after police seized cocaine, a firearm, and contraband tobacco from a home on the east side of Saint John. The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit made the arrest on Wednesday, August 19, 2026. This action wraps up a targeted drug trafficking investigation.

Police Search Old Black River Road Residence

Officers arrested the suspect without incident at his home. Following the arrest, investigators searched the property on Old Black River Road. According to the Saint John Police Force media release, the search turned up several illegal items.

During the search, police seized the following evidence:

• A quantity of cocaine
• A firearm
• A sum of currency
• Drug paraphernalia including digital scales and packaging
• Contraband tobacco

List of Criminal Charges

Police held the man in custody for a court appearance on August 20. He faces five specific charges. These include possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, possession of proceeds of crime, possession of a firearm contrary to an order, unauthorized possession of a firearm, and careless storage of a firearm.

Understanding the Integrated Enforcement Unit

The Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit is a joint task force. It brings together officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. These agencies work together to remove illegal drugs and weapons from your neighborhood.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the drug bust take place?

Police arrested the suspect and conducted a search at a residence on Old Black River Road on the east side of Saint John.

What illegal items did investigators find?

Officers seized cocaine, a firearm, cash, contraband tobacco, and drug packaging materials.

What charges does the suspect face?

The man faces charges for trafficking cocaine, possessing proceeds of crime, and three separate firearms offenses.