RCMP Alert: Drug and Firearms Charges Laid After Greenwood Search

Community Safety Alert – Greenwood, Nova Scotia

The Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit (SWN SCEU), with support from Kings District RCMP, has laid multiple drug trafficking and firearms-related charges against a 34-year-old man following a search of a residence in Greenwood, Nova Scotia. The enforcement action took place on June 22, 2026, at a home in the 1700 block of Hwy. 201, as part of an ongoing drug trafficking investigation.

During the search, officers seized a quantity of suspected cocaine, cash, and a handgun with ammunition. One man was arrested safely at the scene. The accused has been released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in court later this year as the investigation continues with support from specialized intelligence partners.

Official RCMP Details

According to the RCMP, the investigation led the Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit, assisted by Kings District RCMP, to execute a search warrant at a residence on Hwy. 201 in Greenwood. The search was tied to suspected trafficking of illicit drugs in the area.

Items seized during the search include:

• A quantity of suspected cocaine
• An amount of Canadian currency (cash)
• A handgun
• Ammunition associated with the firearm

Keenan Alexander Paul Swift, 34, of Freeport, Digby County, Nova Scotia, has been charged with the following offences:

• Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking (cocaine)
• Careless Use of Firearm (two counts)
• Possession of Weapon for a Dangerous Purpose
• Unauthorized Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Weapon
• Possession of Prohibited Weapon Knowing its Possession is Unauthorized
• Possession of Prohibited or Restricted Firearm with Ammunition
• Possession of Weapon Obtained by Commission of Offence

The accused was released on conditions and is scheduled to appear in Kentville Provincial Court on September 8, 2026. The investigation remains active and is being supported by Kings District RCMP and the Criminal Intelligence Service Nova Scotia.

While this incident occurred in Greenwood and involves a resident of Digby County, it reflects broader patterns of drug and property crime seen across smaller communities in Nova Scotia. For those monitoring regional trends, you can review localized crime statistics and safety data for communities such as Bear River (Part 6), Nova Scotia to better understand how enforcement actions fit within wider safety concerns.

How the Public Can Assist

The RCMP is encouraging community members to report any information related to illicit drugs, illegal firearms, or other suspected criminal activity in their neighbourhoods. Even small tips can help investigators disrupt drug trafficking networks and reduce the risk of violence associated with illegal weapons.

If you have information that could assist police, contact your nearest RCMP detachment or local police service. To provide information anonymously, you can reach Nova Scotia Crime Stoppers in any of the following ways:

• Call toll-free at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477)
• Submit a secure web tip at www.crimestoppers.ns.ca
• Use the P3 Tips mobile app

RCMP File Number: 2026-865813

CrimeCanada.ca Safety Perspective

From the perspective of CrimeCanada.ca, this case highlights the close connection between the trafficking of hard drugs like cocaine and the presence of illegal firearms in communities across Nova Scotia. Drug markets can draw in weapons, intimidation, and violence, even in smaller or rural communities that may traditionally feel insulated from major crime. Residents in areas across the province, from Kings County and Digby County to communities tracked in our regional databases such as West Hants crime and safety statistics, can benefit from staying aware of enforcement actions like this one.

To help keep your community safe, be attentive to unusual short-stay traffic at residences, frequent late-night visitors, or visible weapons. Do not approach suspected criminal activity yourself; instead, record what you safely can (such as times, vehicle descriptions, or patterns) and share it with RCMP or Crime Stoppers. Community reporting, combined with targeted police enforcement, is one of the most effective tools for reducing the harm caused by illegal drugs and guns in Nova Scotia.

Official Source & Community Safety

This safety alert is based on an official release from the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP). CrimeCanada.ca aggregates and analyzes this data to keep the nova-scotia community informed, aware, and safe. We are an independent safety data aggregator and not the original creators of the underlying incident report.

Read the full official release here: RCMP Official Statement.