Crime, Police

Police Sieze $72,000 in Drugs

What Happened

  • The Saint John Police responded to a home invasion on Taylor Avenue around 12:40 a.m. Country 94

  • Two armed men (one wearing a mask) entered the home, and fled before police arrived. Country 94

  • Later, two men were arrested: one (28 years old) earlier that day (~1 p.m.), and the other (34 years old) on Saturday morning. Country 94

What Was Seized

  • Approximately six ounces of fentanyl and six ounces of cocaine Country 94

  • Cash was also seized. Country 94

Value & Charges

  • The seized drugs are valued at about $72,000 on the street. Country 94

  • Charges for the suspects include:

    • Robbery

    • Assault with a weapon

    • Possession of a weapon for a dangerous purpose

    • Failing to comply with probation

    • Threats

    • Forcible confinement

    • Break and enter

    • Plus, for the 34-year old: pointing a firearm, disguise with intent, possession of a firearm while prohibited. Country 94