Saint John Police Deal Major Blow to Drug Trafficking with $60,000 Seizure

The streets of Saint John just got a little safer as police executed a significant operation, dismantling a suspected drug trafficking hub and seizing an estimated $60,000 worth of illicit substances. This decisive action led to the arrest of six individuals and formal charges against two, marking a substantial blow to the local drug trade.

The Saint John Police Force’s Street Crime Unit spearheaded the high-impact investigation.

On Tuesday, their meticulous work culminated in the execution of a search warrant at a residence located on Mount Pleasant Avenue. The operation was bolstered by the tactical support of the Emergency Tactical Services and vigilant patrol officers, ensuring a safe and effective raid.

Inside the residence, officers discovered a dangerous cache of drugs, including a significant quantity of fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, and cocaine.

The total street value of the seized narcotics is estimated to be approximately $60,000, underscoring the scale of the operation police disrupted.

Following the raid, six people were taken into custody. Among them, 33-year-old Nathan Paul Clark and 35-year-old Amy Elaine Green were formally charged.

Clark faces serious charges of possession for the purpose of trafficking for all three seized drugs: fentanyl, crystal methamphetamine, and cocaine. He was also held on outstanding warrants. Green was charged with possession for the purpose of trafficking in fentanyl and crystal methamphetamine, along with an additional outstanding warrant.

Both Clark and Green appeared in court on Wednesday.

Clark has been remanded into custody, while Green was released with stringent conditions. The remaining four individuals who were arrested have since been released from custody.

This successful operation highlights the ongoing commitment of the Saint John Police Force to combat drug-related crime and enhance community safety.

The removal of such a substantial amount of dangerous drugs from the streets sends a clear message to those involved in illicit trafficking that their activities will not be tolerated.