RCMP Alert: Drug Bust and Arrests in Windsor, Nova Scotia

The Southwest Nova RCMP Street Crime Enforcement Unit has successfully conducted a significant operation resulting in the arrest of three individuals involved in a suspected drug trafficking network. The operation unfolded on July 20, 2026, with traffic stops on Hwy. 14 near Windsor, leading to searches and seizures that revealed illegal drugs, firearms, and contraband.

As part of an ongoing investigation, RCMP officers stopped a Chevrolet Camaro and a Honda Civic, arresting the drivers of both vehicles. Follow-up search warrants executed at residences in Windsor and St. Croix uncovered cocaine, methamphetamine, unstamped tobacco, cash, a firearm, and a replica firearm. A third suspect was detained at one of these locations.

Official Details

• Marshall Garwin Burgess, 34, of Newport Station, faces charges including possession of a controlled substance, possession of unstamped tobacco for trafficking, and non-compliance with release orders.
• The other two individuals were released pending future court appearances, facing charges related to firearms and drugs.
• Additional items from the vehicles support these charges, as confirmed by ongoing investigations.

The Crime Statistics & Safety Data for Nova Scotia highlights the necessity for awareness of local crime trends and encourages community vigilance.

Crime Canada Safety Perspective

This incident underscores the ongoing challenges of drug trafficking within Nova Scotia. Illicit drugs pose significant risks to community safety and wellbeing. The collaborative efforts of local police agencies play a crucial role in disrupting these criminal activities. Community members are encouraged to remain vigilant and report suspicious activities. For those witnessing illegal activities, Crime Stoppers provides an anonymous way to tip-off authorities.

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.