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Two arrested following drug investigation on Esgenoôpetitj First Nation: N.B. RCMP

A photo of the drugs, money, and paraphernalia that were seized. (Courtesy: RCMP) A photo of the drugs, money, and paraphernalia that were seized. (Courtesy: RCMP)
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Two people from Esgenoôpetitj First Nation have been arrested after a drug investigation in the community.

New Brunswick RCMP executed a search warrant at a home on St. Anne Street at around 9 a.m. on July 26.

As a result of the search, police said officers seized what they believe to be cocaine and crack cocaine, as well as drug paraphernalia and money.

Police arrested a 50-year-old man and 43-year-old woman, both from Esgenoôpetitj First Nation, at the scene.

They were later released on conditions and are set to appear in provincial court in Miramichi at a later date.

For more New Brunswick news visit our dedicated provincial page.

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