A 50-year-old man from Kedgwick, N.B., has been arrested following the seizure of more than 30 firearms, drugs and money from a property in the community.
On October 30, 2020, at approximately 11:30 p.m., members of the Northeast District Crime Reduction Unit along with members of the Saint-Quentin RCMP and Police Dog Services executed a search warrant at a home on Route 260.
During the search, police seized 31 firearms, including a prohibited firearm and a loaded firearm, as well as various types of ammunition. Police also seized quantities of what is believed to be cocaine, drug paraphernalia believed to be used for drug-trafficking purposes, and an undisclosed amount of money.
A 50-year-old man was arrested at the scene without incident.
The man was later released from custody and is scheduled to appear in Campbellton Provincial Court on April 12, 2021, at 9:30 a.m., to enter a plea.
The public plays an important role in helping to reduce, prevent and solve crime, including the trafficking of illegal drugs. Anyone with information about, or who suspects, illegal drug activity in their neighbourhood is asked to contact their local police. Information can also be provided anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), by downloading the secure P3 Mobile App, or by Secure Web Tips at www.crimenb.ca.