Story Harvested From Saint John Police Dept

File: 24-1774, 24-1952, 24-3452

The Saint John Police Street Crime Integrated Enforcement Unit (I.E.U.) have made six arrests following a 3-month drug trafficking investigation – Operation RED

It is reported that:

On March 14, 2024, two individuals were taken into custody during a traffic stop. The vehicle was subsequently searched, and two loaded firearms were located. A 36-year-old man and a 40-year-old man were charged with possession of a stolen vehicle as well as multiple weapons offenses. Both were remanded and are scheduled to appear in court on July 24, 2024.

On March 21, 2024, A stolen Honda Civic was located in the 100-block of McAllister Drive. The occupant of the vehicle was arrested. The vehicle was subsequently searched and a bag containing over $65,000 worth of drugs including crystal meth, fentanyl, meth pills, cocaine and hydromorphone was located in the vehicle. A 41-year-old woman and a 44-year-old woman were charged with possession of a stolen vehicle and possession for the purpose of trafficking.

On Friday, May 17, 2024, following a lengthy investigation that involved countless hours of surveillance that began in the Kennebecasis Valley area then spanned across Saint John and its outlying areas, investigators executed a traffic stop and arrested multiple individuals for possession for the purpose of trafficking.

Following the arrests, searches of the suspects and the vehicle that they were in resulted in the following evidence being seized:

-$75,205.80 in crystal meth, fentanyl and cocaine

-An ounce gold bar worth $3,365.00

-$1925.00 in Canadian Currency

-Drug paraphernalia

-Several knives

-Fictitious gas coupons

A 38-year-old woman, a 44-year-old woman, and a 28-year-old man were arrested for Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (x3), possession of a weapon and proceeds of crime. The 44-year-old woman and the 28-year-old man were held in custody. The woman will appear in court on September 24, 2024, and the man is scheduled to appear on June 20, 2024. The 38-year-old woman was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on August 15, 2024.

The Integrated Enforcement Unit (I.E.U.) currently consists of officers from the Saint John Police, Kennebecasis Regional Police Force, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and New Brunswick Justice and Public Safety.

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On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at approximately 08:15 p.m., the Saint John Police responded to a report of a possible impaired driver in the 100-block area of Anglin Drive. A description of the vehicle was provided to responding officers and it was quickly located. A 23-year-old man was arrested for impaired driving. He was later released from custody to appear in court on a later date.

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On Tuesday, June 18, 2024, at approximately 11:18 p.m., police responded to a report of a male who was impaired and observed operating a motor vehicle in the 10-block area of Eastland Court. A description of the vehicle and suspected driver was obtained, and the vehicle was quickly located in the area. A 33-year-old man was arrested for impaired driving. His vehicle was impounded, and he was later released from custody to appear in court on a later date.

The Saint John Police Force would like to remind the public that operating a motor vehicle while impaired is dangerous. It is essential to prioritize safety and make responsible choices to protect yourself and others on the road. If you plan to drink or engage in activities that may impair your ability to drive safely, you should arrange to have alternative transportation. Your safety and the safety of others depends on it.

The Saint John Police Force would like to thank the public for their assistance.

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The Saint John Police has arrested a 41-year-old woman for several outstanding break and enter investigations dating back to August of 2023.

It is reported that:

On Saturday, June 08, 2024, Saint John Police received information that a woman wanted in connection for multiple break and enters was in the area of Waterloo Street. Police arrived in the area took her into custody after a short pursuit.

The woman was arrested for break and enter (x11), theft, obstruction of a police officer and mischief. She was held in custody and is scheduled to appear in court for a bail hearing on Monday, June 10, 2024.

The Saint John Police would like to thank the public for their assistance.

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File: 24-4009

Update: June 7, 2024, 6:40 p.m.

Found human remains located in the water near Reversing Falls have been identified as 57-year-old George Touhakis.

The Saint John Police sends our condolences to the family and friends of George Touhakis at this most difficult time.
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The Saint John Police Major Crime Unit, in cooperation with the Coroner’s Office, are investigating the discovery of a body along the Saint John River.

It is reported that:

On Friday, June 07, 2024, at approximately 9:29 a.m., emergency personnel responded to a report of human remains in the water near Reversing Falls.

The Saint John Police and Saint John Fire Department assisted in recovering the remains from the water. The Major Crime Unit, Forensic Services, and the Coroner were called to the scene to investigate.

Cause, manner, and time of death is pending further investigation.

The Major Crime Unit is gathering intelligence on missing person cases.

Anyone with information is asked to contact the Saint John Police Force at 1-506-648-3333, or if you wish to remain anonymous, contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or 1-800-222-T.I.P.S.

The Saint John Police recognizes that these discoveries are extremely difficult on families and friends of missing persons. Our team is working diligently with our partners and forensic experts to identify the human remains.

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