RCMP arrest 6 people following drug investigation in Oromocto First Nation, N.B.

The RCMP logo is seen outside the force's 'E' division headquarters in Surrey, B.C., on March 16, 2023. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Darryl Dyck

RCMP in New Brunswick arrested six individuals following a drug investigation in Oromocto First Nation, N.B.

Members of Oromocto RCMP and New Brunswick’s RCMP Emergency Response Team arrested five people at a residence on Waasis Road on Jan. 16 at approximately 5 a.m., said a Wednesday news release.

Police said they seized quantities of what is believed to be cocaine, methamphetamine, prescription medications, drug paraphernalia and cash while executing a search warrant at the residence on Waasis Road.

The individuals arrested are identified in the release as:

- A 48-year-old woman from Oromocto First Nation, N.B.

- A 47-year-old man from Burton, N.B.

- A 34-year-old woman from Oromocto First Nation, N.B.

- A 38-year-old man from Geary, N.B.

- A 40-year-old man from Oromocto, N.B.

Police later arrested a 40-year-old man from Oromocto First Nation without incident at a residence on Moccasin Lane in connection with the same investigation, said the release.

The 47-year-old man from Burton and the 40-year-old man from Oromocto First Nation remain in custody on unrelated matters, said police.

The 48-year-old woman from Oromocto First Nation was released and will appear in court at a later date.

The 34-year-old woman from Oromocto First Nation, the 38-year-old man from Geary and the 40-year-man from Oromocto were released.

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.

The investigation remains ongoing.

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