RCMP arrest man linked to drug sales in encampment

RCMP release:

The RCMP Halifax Regional Detachment (HRD) Community Action Response Team (CART) has charged a man with drug trafficking.

On October 9, RCMP HRD CART arrested three men and executed a search warrant as part of an ongoing investigation into drug trafficking to people who are unhoused in Lower Sackville. 

The three men were arrested in a parking lot in the 1800 block of Bedford Hwy. and the search took place at a residence on Polara Dr. in Lower Sackville. During the search, officers seized a quantity of cocaine, hydromorphone pills, cash, copper wire, stripped copper, and two vehicles. 

Frank George Duffy, 58, of Lower Sackville, has been charged with:

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon
• Possession of a Prohibited Weapon Contrary to Prohibition Order
• Possession of a Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose (two counts)
• Possession of Property Obtained by Crime

Duffy remains in custody and will be appearing in Dartmouth Provincial Court on October 17. 

A 51-year-old man of Dartmouth, and a 41-man of Halifax were released pending appearances in Dartmouth Provincial Court at a later date. 

The investigation is ongoing, led by RCMP HRD CART. 

“The RCMP and Halifax Regional Municipality continue to work in close partnership to uphold public safety through proactive enforcement and compassionate community support, helping to ensure the well-being of all residents, including those living in encampments,” says S/Sgt. Steve Pollock, East Operations NCO, RCMP HRD. 

Nova Scotians are encouraged to contact their nearest RCMP detachment or local police to report crime, including the illegal sale of drugs, in their communities.  Anonymous tips can be made by calling Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers, toll-free, at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), submitting a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca or using the P3 Tips app.