Multiple arrests made in Nova Scotia drug trafficking investigations, charges laid against several individuals

CITYnews halifax /  By Chris Halef

Drug trafficking investigations have resulted in multiple charges for several people in Nova Scotia.

According to the RCMP, police executed four search warrants between February 26 and 28 as part of ongoing drug trafficking investigations.

On February 26, police used their first warrant at a home on Hwy 1 in Salmon River, where officers seized pre-filled syringes containing suspected fentanyl and two firearms. Two men were safely arrested at the scene. They face multiple charges, including possession for the purpose of trafficking, as well as multiple weapons offences.

The next day, police executed two search warrants at two apartments in Digby, where they seized crack cocaine and cash. Three men were arrested at the apartments and face numerous charges, including possession for the purpose of trafficking and failure to comply with an order.

Finally, on February 28, a man and a woman were arrested and charged in South Rawdon after police seized cocaine, methamphetamine, and an imitation gun, among other items. They are facing multiple drug trafficking charges.

Police say all of the accused have been released pending upcoming court appearances.