Arrest #1; File 24-4963
On March 25, 2024, members of the Fredericton Police Force’s Drugs and Organized Crime unit and Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) assisted by Street Crime and Patrol members, executed a search warrant at a residence on the city’s Northside, as a result of an ongoing drug investigation.
Jacob Saunders, 24, of Fredericton, was arrested as part of this investigation as well as outstanding warrants of arrest.
Charges:
- Careless Storage of Firearm
- Unauthorized Possession of Firearm
The following items were seized during the investigation:
- Digital Triton scale
- Drug paraphernalia
- Drug packaging
- Black 12 gauge shotgun
- .22 caliber rifle.
- Ammunition
- Camo body armor
Saunders appeared in court on March 26, 2024, was remanded until March 28, 2024, at which time he was released from custody on conditions with a future court date.
The investigation in drug trafficking continues.
Arrest #2; File 24-6575
On March 27, 2024, the Fredericton Police Force’s (FPF) Drugs and Organized Crime unit and Integrated Enforcement Unit (IEU) were investigating drug trafficking in the City which resulted in a traffic stop. During the stop, members arrested a 44-year-old female for possession for the purpose of trafficking crystal meth. During the arrest, 52.35 grams of crystal meth (methamphetamine) were seized.
The following items were seized during the investigation:
- Triton digital scale with residue
- Drug paraphernalia
- Drug packaging
- Briday Model 800 Stun gun / Taser
The female was released on conditions with a future court date.
FPF files #24-4963 & 24-6575
Media contact:
Sonya Gilks
Public Information Officer
Fredericton Police Force
506-460-2777
Fpf.media@fredericton.ca