Major Drug Bust in the Heart of Saint John

A recent traffic stop on Britain Street resulted in the seizure of over $40,000 worth of hard drugs. If you live in Saint John, this operation directly impacts the safety of your community. The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit arrested two individuals and removed significant quantities of fentanyl and cocaine from local streets.

The Arrests on Britain Street

On June 11, 2026, at approximately 2:10 p.m., police arrested a 41 year old male and a 27 year old female. Officers took both suspects into custody without incident directly from a vehicle on Britain Street.

Authorities held the man in custody for a provincial court appearance the following day. The woman received a release and will face the court on August 20, 2026.

What Police Found

Following the arrests, officers secured a large quantity of illicit substances and drug trafficking paraphernalia. The official seizure included:

• 80.87 grams of suspected fentanyl
• 159.1 grams of suspected cocaine
• One cell phone
• Digital scales
• $883.95 in Canadian currency

Police estimate the total street value of the seized drugs at $40,333. Both individuals face charges for possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, and possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000.

About the Integrated Enforcement Unit

The unit brings multiple agencies together to target street level crime. The team includes officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where did the arrests take place?

Officers made the arrests from a vehicle on Britain Street in Saint John.

What charges do the suspects face?

Both suspects face charges for possession for the purpose of trafficking fentanyl, possession for the purpose of trafficking cocaine, and possession of proceeds of crime under $5,000.

What is the Integrated Enforcement Unit?

This joint task force consists of the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety, and the Royal Canadian Mounted Police.