RCMP charge Cape Breton man with drug trafficking

An RCMP epaulette is seen in Edmonton, WFeb. 5, 2025. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Jason Franson

Nova Scotia RCMP has charged a man with drug trafficking after executing a search warrant at a home in Eskasoni.

Officers searched the home on Logan Drive in relation to an ongoing investigation around 9 a.m. Wednesday.

During the search, police say they seized:

• Cocaine
• Cash
• Cellphones
• scales
• other items used in the production and distribution of cocaine

The RCMP charged Stephen John Sylliboy, 71, of Eskasoni with possession of a controlled substance for the purpose of trafficking.

He was released from custody and is scheduled to appear in court on May 6.

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