Charges are pending against an adult male after a search in Little Harbour yesterday afternoon.

On August 13th at approximately 1 p.m., the Pictou County Integrated Street Crime Enforcement Unit (PCISCEU), along with the assistance of the Pictou County RCMP, executed a search warrant at a residence on Powell Road in Little Harbour.

A 49-year-old male was arrested without incident. Police seized 35 marijuana plants in various stages of growth, grow equipment, a long barreled firearm and drug paraphernalia.

The accused is in custody and will appear in Pictou Provincial court today to face charges of Production of Marijuana under the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act and Unsafe Storage of a Firearm. The investigation continues.

Source: Release